Acupuncture for functional constipation
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This study tests a type of acupuncture called Baliao acupoint stimulation to see if it helps with functional constipation. It will use MRI scans to understand how the treatment works.
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Who can take part
- You must be 18 years or older.
- You must have a diagnosis of functional constipation (based on the Rome IV criteria).
- You must not have taken any constipation treatment in the past two weeks (except for emergency care).
- You must be right-handed.
- You must not have any metal in your body, a pacemaker, or other reasons that make MRI unsafe.
- You must be able to communicate and agree to follow the study plan.
Quick eligibility check
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