Ignite Creation Date:
2025-12-24 @ 1:12 PM
Ignite Modification Date:
2025-12-25 @ 12:23 PM
Study NCT ID:
NCT06708195
Status:
COMPLETED
Last Update Posted:
2024-11-27
First Post:
2024-11-20
Is NOT Gene Therapy:
False
Has Adverse Events:
False
Brief Title:
Efficacy of Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation in Patients With Xerostomia (ETENX)
Sponsor:
Universidad de Murcia
Organization:
Study Overview
Official Title:
Analysis of the Efficacy of Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) in Patients With Xerostomia
Status:
COMPLETED
Status Verified Date:
2024-11
Last Known Status:
None
Delayed Posting:
No
If Stopped, Why?:
Not Stopped
Has Expanded Access:
False
If Expanded Access, NCT#:
N/A
Has Expanded Access, NCT# Status:
N/A
Acronym:
ETENX
Brief Summary:
Saliva is a complex fluid with essential functions in the oral cavity, such as lubricating tissues, protecting against microorganisms, and facilitating processes like chewing, swallowing, and speaking. Xerostomia, defined as the subjective sensation of dry mouth, is commonly associated with reduced salivary flow, which can lead to intraoral and extraoral complications, including dental caries, periodontal disease, infections, and functional difficulties like chewing, speaking, and swallowing.
Current treatments for xerostomia, such as saliva substitutes and lubricants, provide only temporary relief and do not address the underlying cause. Pharmacological agents like pilocarpine have shown effectiveness in stimulating salivary flow; however, their use is limited by adverse side effects such as excessive sweating and gastrointestinal discomfort.
In this context, transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS), a physical therapy traditionally used for pain relief, has shown significant potential in the therapeutic stimulation of salivary glands. TENS is a non-invasive approach that works by stimulating the auriculotemporal nerve, which innervates the parotid glands, promoting an increase in salivary flow.
This study highlights the therapeutic value of TENS as an effective and safe solution for patients with xerostomia. The findings indicate that TENS therapy can increase salivary flow, alleviate symptoms of dry mouth, and significantly improve patients' quality of life, all without the risks and adverse effects associated with pharmacological treatments.
Current treatments for xerostomia, such as saliva substitutes and lubricants, provide only temporary relief and do not address the underlying cause. Pharmacological agents like pilocarpine have shown effectiveness in stimulating salivary flow; however, their use is limited by adverse side effects such as excessive sweating and gastrointestinal discomfort.
In this context, transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS), a physical therapy traditionally used for pain relief, has shown significant potential in the therapeutic stimulation of salivary glands. TENS is a non-invasive approach that works by stimulating the auriculotemporal nerve, which innervates the parotid glands, promoting an increase in salivary flow.
This study highlights the therapeutic value of TENS as an effective and safe solution for patients with xerostomia. The findings indicate that TENS therapy can increase salivary flow, alleviate symptoms of dry mouth, and significantly improve patients' quality of life, all without the risks and adverse effects associated with pharmacological treatments.
Detailed Description:
Current treatments for xerostomia, such as saliva substitutes and lubricants, provide only temporary relief and do not address the underlying cause. Pharmacological agents like pilocarpine have shown effectiveness in stimulating salivary flow; however, their use is limited by adverse side effects such as excessive sweating and gastrointestinal discomfort.
In this context, transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS), a physical therapy traditionally used for pain relief, has shown significant potential in the therapeutic stimulation of salivary glands. TENS is a non-invasive approach that works by stimulating the auriculotemporal nerve, which innervates the parotid glands, promoting an increase in salivary flow.
This study highlights the therapeutic value of TENS as an effective and safe solution for patients with xerostomia. The findings indicate that TENS therapy can increase salivary flow, alleviate symptoms of dry mouth, and significantly improve patients' quality of life,
In this context, transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS), a physical therapy traditionally used for pain relief, has shown significant potential in the therapeutic stimulation of salivary glands. TENS is a non-invasive approach that works by stimulating the auriculotemporal nerve, which innervates the parotid glands, promoting an increase in salivary flow.
This study highlights the therapeutic value of TENS as an effective and safe solution for patients with xerostomia. The findings indicate that TENS therapy can increase salivary flow, alleviate symptoms of dry mouth, and significantly improve patients' quality of life,
Study Oversight
Has Oversight DMC:
False
Is a FDA Regulated Drug?:
False
Is a FDA Regulated Device?:
False
Is an Unapproved Device?:
None
Is a PPSD?:
None
Is a US Export?:
None
Is an FDA AA801 Violation?: