Till today we have PPI and gastric emptying drugs as sulpiride etc. to control Gastric reflux of food into larynx from the stomach. A wearable device has been cleared by FDI in the USA. It is indicated to reduce or eliminate laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR) symptoms, has been cleared by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for over-the-counter (OTC) use.
The drug-free, non-surgical device was previously available only by prescription. The device is worn around the neck while sleeping and applies slight external pressure to the cricoid cartilage area, which increases the internal pressure of the upper esophageal sphincter (UES). Those with LPR have a poorly functioning UES, which can lead to symptoms of regurgitation from the esophagus into the larynx, pharynx, and lungs. Use of the device is intended to reduce LPR symptoms such as chronic throat irritation, cough, hoarse voice,…
