Electrical Stimulation for Heartburn Without Damage
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This trial tests a non-invasive electrical acupuncture treatment (applied to the skin, not needles) to reduce heartburn symptoms in people with acid reflux that hasn't caused visible damage to the esophagus. The goal is to see if this treatment can relieve heartburn safely.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- Age 18–75 years old
- Heartburn symptoms for at least 3 months, with heartburn on at least 2 days during the screening week
- Recent endoscopy (within 12 months) confirming no visible damage to your esophagus from acid
- Ability to stop heartburn medications (like PPIs) during the trial, except for emergency relief as approved
- No pacemaker, defibrillator, or other electronic implants
- Not pregnant, not breastfeeding, and no plans to become pregnant during the study
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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