Plain-English translation of NCT05354947 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
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Researchers at Yale University are testing a new approach called multi-site abdominal ultrasound stimulation to see if it can help people with type 2 diabetes control their blood sugar levels. The treatment involves applying ultrasound waves — the same technology used in pregnancy ultrasounds — to specific areas of your belly (your liver and intestines) for 30 to 60 minutes. This study will check whether this treatment can have lasting effects on lowering elevated glucose levels.
Many people with type 2 diabetes struggle to keep their blood sugar in a healthy range even while taking diabetes medications. Researchers believe that stimulating certain organs in the belly with ultrasound might help the body regulate blood sugar naturally, offering a new way to improve diabetes control.
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If you qualify, you will receive ultrasound stimulation sessions applied to your belly, specifically targeting your liver and intestinal areas. You will be assigned to receive either a 30-minute session (15 minutes on each site) or a 60-minute session (30 minutes on each site). The ultrasound treatment is non-invasive, meaning nothing goes inside your body — a technician will use a handheld device on your skin, similar to a pregnancy ultrasound. The study will monitor your blood sugar levels to see if the treatment helps improve your diabetes control.
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United States
Sponsor
Yale University
Collaborators
GE Healthcare
Enrollment target
~30 participants
Started
November 2022
Primary completion
May 2026
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Age range
21 Years – 75 Years
Last updated on clinicaltrials.gov in January 2026.
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Central contact
Alice Hahn
Yale University
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