Lung function in sickle cell: testing Acu-TENS therapy
Part of Blood & lymphatic, Genetic & congenital clinical trials.
This study tests if a gentle electrical nerve stimulation treatment (called Acu-TENS) can help improve your lung function. It's for people with sickle cell disease who are not currently in pain or have other major health issues.
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Who can take part
- You have sickle cell disease.
- You are not obese (body mass index under 30).
- You do not have other major health problems (heart, lung, kidney, liver, or nervous system disease).
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding.
- You are not currently having a sickle cell pain crisis.
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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