Esophageal Manometry
Muscle contractions, swallowing coordination, and pressure inside the esophagus.
Used for diagnosing
- Achalasia
- Dysphagia
- Esophageal spasms
Esophageal manometry and pH monitoring
Motility Studies in Lucknow
If you are searching for motility studies in Lucknow, Myra City Hospital offers advanced diagnostic testing to evaluate digestive muscle function, reflux activity, swallowing coordination, and functional gastrointestinal disorders.
Motility testing is supervised by Dr. Juned Ahmad Khan, an experienced specialist in GERD, swallowing disorders, and functional digestive diseases.
Esophageal pressure testing
24-hour reflux monitoring
Swallowing disorder evaluation
No sedation required
What are motility studies?
Functional testing for how the digestive tract moves
Motility studies are specialized tests that assess how well digestive muscles work by measuring movement, muscle contractions, esophageal pressure, and acid exposure.
These tests help diagnose conditions that routine endoscopy or imaging may not detect. They are especially important for chronic GERD, swallowing difficulty, achalasia, reflux-related cough, and functional chest or throat symptoms.
Food movement assessment
Muscle contraction measurement
Esophageal pressure mapping
Acid exposure monitoring
Non-surgical testing
Targeted treatment planning
Tests available
Types of motility tests
Your gastroenterologist selects the test based on symptoms, previous endoscopy findings, and treatment response.
24-Hour pH Monitoring
Acid exposure in the esophagus over a full day.
Used for diagnosing
- GERD
- Chronic acidity
- Silent reflux
Impedance-pH Monitoring
Acid and non-acid reflux episodes with symptom correlation.
Used for diagnosing
- Refractory GERD
- Reflux-related cough
- Persistent throat symptoms
Conditions diagnosed
What motility studies can identify
Motility studies help explain symptoms when structure looks normal but function is abnormal.
- GERD and chronic acid reflux disease
- Dysphagia or difficulty swallowing
- Achalasia
- Functional GI disorders
- Non-cardiac chest pain
- Chronic cough or throat symptoms linked to reflux
Symptoms
Symptoms that may require motility testing
These symptoms may need functional testing if they persist or do not respond to standard treatment.
- Difficulty swallowing
- Food getting stuck
- Chronic acidity not improving with medication
- Chest pain not related to heart
- Persistent cough or throat irritation
- Regurgitation of food
Procedure
Motility study procedure: step by step
The tests are outpatient, non-surgical, and designed to capture muscle function or reflux activity accurately.
Before the Test
Fasting for 6-8 hours and temporary medicine changes may be advised after consultation with the doctor.
During the Test
A thin tube is inserted through the nose into the esophagus to measure pressure, movement, and swallowing coordination.
After the Test
Patients usually resume normal activities. Results are reviewed by the specialist to plan targeted treatment.
Meet the expert
Dr. Juned Ahmad Khan
GERD and Functional GI Specialist
Dr. Juned Ahmad Khan specializes in GERD, acid reflux, motility disorders, swallowing problems, functional digestive diseases, and advanced diagnostic planning.
GERD and acid reflux
Esophageal manometry
24-hour pH monitoring
Swallowing problems
Functional GI diseases
Advanced diagnostics
Is motility testing safe?
Yes. Motility studies are safe, non-surgical, and well-tolerated. Temporary throat or nasal discomfort can occur.
Motility test cost in Lucknow
Cost depends on whether manometry, pH monitoring, impedance-pH testing, or combined evaluation is needed.
Motility study vs endoscopy
Endoscopy shows structure, while motility studies measure function. Both may be used together for complete GERD or swallowing evaluation.
Frequently asked questions
Motility testing questions answered
Is motility testing painful?
No. Motility testing may cause mild temporary throat or nasal discomfort, but it is not usually painful.
How long does motility testing take?
Esophageal manometry usually takes 20-30 minutes, while pH monitoring records reflux activity over 24 hours.
Is sedation required for motility studies?
No. Sedation is not required because sedation can affect muscle function and test accuracy.
Can motility studies diagnose GERD?
Yes. pH monitoring and impedance-pH monitoring are among the most accurate tests for evaluating acid and non-acid reflux.
Do I need hospital admission?
No. Motility studies are usually outpatient tests, and most patients return to normal activities soon after testing.
Best motility studies in Lucknow
Myra City Hospital for GERD and swallowing disorder diagnosis
Myra City Hospital is a leading center for motility studies in Lucknow, offering advanced diagnostic testing for GERD, swallowing disorders, achalasia, reflux-related cough, and functional digestive diseases.
Motility testing supports the GERD authority cluster and connects naturally with endoscopy, upper endoscopy, EUS, colonoscopy, and broader gastro medicine services.
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Get accurate testing for reflux and swallowing symptoms
Speak with a gastro specialist for GERD, manometry, pH monitoring, and functional digestive evaluation.