Nerve stimulation for chronic anal fissure
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This study tests a non-surgical treatment called percutaneous tibial nerve stimulation (PTNS) for chronic anal fissures. It sends mild electrical pulses through a small needle near your ankle to help reduce pain and promote healing.
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Who can take part
- You have an anal fissure confirmed by a doctor who specializes in rectal conditions.
- You've already tried standard conservative treatments (like diet changes or creams) without success.
- You do not have inflammatory bowel disease (like Crohn's or ulcerative colitis).
- You do not have an anal fistula or abscess.
- You are not pregnant, not taking blood thinners (except aspirin), and have no pacemaker or defibrillator.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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