Tapping the shin nerve to help bladder control in MS
Part of Brain & nervous system, Immune system & allergy clinical trials.
This study tests a noninvasive nerve stimulation applied to the lower leg to improve bladder emptying problems in people with multiple sclerosis. It may help reduce bladder dysfunction while you keep using clean intermittent self-catheterization.
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Who can take part
- You have a diagnosis of multiple sclerosis
- You have bladder-sphincter coordination problems (bladder emptying control issues)
- You manage your bladder only with clean intermittent self-catheterization
- You are willing and able to follow all study visits and study duration
- You have not had tibial nerve stimulation in the last 3 months
- You do not have major bladder, kidney, or implant-related issues (see screening questions)
Quick eligibility check
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