Could a tiny ear device calm teen stomach woes?
NCT ID NCT03675321
Summary
This study tested whether a small, non-invasive stimulator placed on the outer ear could reduce nausea in teenagers with functional gastrointestinal disorders. 109 teens participated, with half receiving an active device and half receiving a fake one for comparison over four weeks. The goal was to see if stimulating specific ear nerves could improve symptoms and quality of life.
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Children's Hospital of Wisconsin
Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53226, United States
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