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    2018

    Diaphragmatic Breathing Reduces Belching and Proton Pump Inhibitor Refractory Gastroesophageal Reflux Symptoms

    Ong AM, Chua LT, Khor CJ, Asokkumar R, Namasivayam V, Wang YT

    Published in Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology

    Key Findings

    Diaphragmatic breathing training reduced belching frequency and improved reflux quality of life compared with a control group.

    Conclusions

    Breathing retraining is an effective non-drug treatment for supragastric belching.

    Limitations

    Single centre, small sample, unblinded.

    Related Health Concerns

    Excessive Belching

    Study Details

    Year:2018
    Sample Size:36
    Duration:4 weeks
    Quality Score:6/10

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