TENS therapy for bloating in scleroderma
Part of Digestive system, Skin clinical trials.
This study tests whether a gentle electrical device placed on the skin (TENS) can help reduce bloating and belly discomfort in people with scleroderma. If you have scleroderma and struggle with daily bloating, this trial may offer a non-medication option to try.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with systemic sclerosis (scleroderma).
- You are at least 18 years old.
- You speak English.
- You have moderate to severe bloating or a feeling of fullness in your belly.
- Your stomach medications have been the same for the past 4 weeks.
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding, have not had major belly surgery, do not have other belly-related diseases, are not allergic to sticky electrodes, and do not have a pacemaker or epilepsy.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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