Ultrasound vs. sinus massage for chronic sinusitis
Treatments studied
Part of Ear, nose & throat clinical trials.
This study compares two treatments for chronic sinusitis: ultrasound therapy (sound waves applied to the face) and sinus massage (gentle pressure on the face). Both are non-drug options that may help relieve your symptoms.
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Who can take part
- You are between 20 and 60 years old.
- You have been diagnosed with chronic rhinosinusitis by an ENT (ear, nose, and throat) doctor.
- You have had two or more main symptoms (like facial pain, stuffy nose, thick mucus, or reduced smell) for at least 12 weeks, OR you have had one main symptom plus two minor symptoms (such as headache, fever, or bad breath) for at least 12 weeks.
- You do not have nasal polyps (growths inside the nose).
- You do not have any metal implants in your face, a tumor or cyst on your head or face, had nose surgery before, or a facial bone fracture.
- You do not have skin allergies or sores on your face, or a condition that makes it unsafe to use ultrasound (like reduced heat sensitivity or poor blood flow).
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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