Help for heartburn

The Linx device, a small band of magnetic titanium-covered beads, is used to treat severe acid reflux.

A tiny magnetic bracelet implanted at the base of the throat is greatly improving life for some people with chronic heartburn who need more help than medicine can give them.

It’s a novel way to treat severe acid reflux, which plagues millions of Americans and can raise their risk for more serious health problems.

It happens when a weak muscle doesn’t close after swallowing as it should. That lets stomach juices splash back into the throat. Read more.

The only time I’ve ever had heartburn was when I was pregnant. Or when blog commenters are unkind to each other. Have you suffered from heartburn?