Ear stimulation for constipation in Parkinson's: a new trial
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This study tests whether gentle electrical stimulation of the ear (called TaVNS) can help relieve constipation in people with Parkinson's disease. If you have Parkinson's and struggle with constipation, this treatment aims to improve bowel function without medication.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You must be between 40 and 70 years old.
- You must have a confirmed diagnosis of Parkinson's disease by a movement disorder neurologist.
- You must have had constipation (fewer than three bowel movements per week) for at least 6 months.
- Your Parkinson's medications must have been stable for at least 3 months before the trial starts.
- You cannot have had any abdominal surgery (except appendix removal).
- You cannot be taking certain antidepressants (like tricyclics or SSRIs) or have serious heart, liver, kidney problems, cancer, or diabetes.
- You cannot be pregnant or nursing, or have an allergy to skin electrodes.
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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