Skin stimulation therapy for non-erosive reflux disease
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This study tests a gentle electrical stimulation therapy applied to the skin (called transcutaneous electrical acustimulation, or TEA) as a way to reduce heartburn in people who have reflux symptoms but no damage to their esophagus. If you qualify, you might get a drug-free option to help with your symptoms.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 75 years old.
- You have had typical heartburn symptoms for at least 3 months.
- You have had heartburn on at least 2 days during a short diary period at the start of the study.
- Within the last 12 months, an endoscopy confirmed that your esophagus is not damaged (no erosions).
- You have not had acupuncture before and are not a healthcare professional familiar with acupuncture points.
- You do not have other stomach ulcers, major health conditions, or an implanted electronic device.
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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