Magnetic device studied as treatment for heartburn and acid reflux
Tuesday, February 24, 2009 - 08:21
in Health & Medicine
More than 20 million Americans suffer from gastrooesophageal reflux disease (GERD), experienced by many as chronic heartburn. Medication offers short-term relief for some sufferers of this disease. For those seeking a non-prescription alternative, a magnetic device, currently being evaluated at UC San Diego Medical Centre, may provide a long-term solution...