Study of Non-invasive Acupuncture-like Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (Altens) to Help Alleviate Xerostomia After Radiation Therapy for Cancers of the Head and Neck

Recruiting N/A Interventional Study
Head and Neck Cancer
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
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At a Glance
Age
18 and older
Sex
Any
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Supportive Care
Participants needed
75 (estimated)
Sponsor
University of Rochester · Other
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About This Trial

The purpose of this study would like to learn if acupuncture-like electrical therapy can be used in patients with head and neck cancer who have had radiation treatment to treat dry mouth.

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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Age \> 18 years * No restrictions on gender or ethnicity * Ability and willingness to present for ALTENS therapy over 12 weeks * Previous radiation to the head and neck with a dose \> 50 Gy * Subjective complaint of dry mouth * No evidence of active malignancy in the head and …
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Mary Kay Winchell

(585) 273-4839

Marykay_Winchell@URMC.Rochester.edu

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Michael Cummings

(585) 275-9993

Michael_Cummings@URMC.Rochester.edu

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