Vibrating capsule for chronic constipation dose comparison
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This study tests three different doses of a vibrating capsule (Vibrabot) to see which works best for relieving chronic constipation. If you have had constipation for at least 6 months and meet the Rome IV criteria, you may be able to join.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 85 years old.
- You have moderate to severe chronic constipation (for at least 6 months, with symptoms in the last 3 months).
- You have had a colonoscopy within the last 3 years showing no serious issues, or you are willing to have one.
- If you had colon polyps removed, it's been at least 1 month (polyps 1 cm or smaller) or 3 months (polyps larger than 1 cm).
- You do not have a cardiac pacemaker, gastrointestinal pacemaker, or a history of certain bowel surgeries or conditions.
- You are not pregnant or planning pregnancy in the next year, and you are willing to follow the study procedures.
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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