Spots Global Cancer Trial Database for Hypnosis for Treating Xerostomia Following Radiotherapy in Head & Neck Cancer Patients

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Trial Identification

Brief Title: Hypnosis for Treating Xerostomia Following Radiotherapy in Head & Neck Cancer Patients

Official Title: Phase 2 Study of Hypnosis for Treating Xerostomia Following Radiotherapy in Head & Neck Cancer Patients

Study ID: NCT00408759

Conditions

Xerostomia

Interventions

hypnosis

Study Description

Brief Summary: xerostomia develops in all patients with head and neck cancer following radiotherapy. it consists one of the main side effects which affects quality of life. currently, there is no standard of care for treating this condition. parasympathomimetic drugs may help but carry significant side effects. hypnosis may affect autonomic function such as salivation, in healthy people.in this study we will explore the efficacy of hypnosis in improving salivation, in the patient population.

Detailed Description: 10 head and neck cancer patients with xerostomia following radiotherapy will be assessed for severity of xerostomia using questionnares and quantitative salivation tests. patients responsive to citric acid will receive a hypnotic session with specific suggestion for salivation. saliva volume will be assessed pre and post hypnosis. patients will receive a CD with recorded hypnotic session to use freely at home. xerostomia will be assessed using a questionnare one week following hypnosis.