RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT06422286
Efficacy of Low-level Laser Acupuncture and Microcurrent Electrical Stimulation on Gag Reflex on Children
Efficacy of Low-level Laser Acupuncture and Microcurrent Electrical Stimulation on Gag Reflex on Children During Taking Dental Impression
Sponsor
Alexandria University
Enrollment
63 participants
Start Date
Apr 16, 2024
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Conditions
Summary
the aim of the current study is to evaluate the effectiveness of the laser acupuncture in comparison to the electroacupuncure for controlling gag reflex in children
Eligibility
Min Age: 6 YearsMax Age: 9 Years
Inclusion Criteria5
- children free of any systemic disease or special health care needs
- children with score 2 or 3 according to the frankle behavioral rating scale
- a full arch maxillary alginate impression is needed
- moderate to severe gagging according to the gagging severity index
- written informed consent of the legal guardian
Exclusion Criteria2
- children taking anti-emetic drugs
- children sensitive to alginate
Interventions
DEVICEplacebo
children will be allocated to a deactivated meridian pen
DEVICElow-level laser
children will be allocated to the device then the gag reflex will be re-evaluated
BIOLOGICALmicrocurrent stimulation
children will be allocated to the device then the gag reflex will be re-evaluated
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NCT06422286