Vibrant capsule for bowel problems after spinal cord injury
Part of Brain & nervous system, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This trial tests a vibrating capsule to help people with spinal cord injury have more regular bowel movements. It might be an option if you have had a spinal cord injury for at least one year and follow a steady bowel program.
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Who can take part
- Your spinal cord injury must be over 1 year old and your symptoms must be stable for at least 6 months.
- Your bowel program (like using suppositories or oral meds) must not have changed in the last 3 months.
- You have a planned bowel movement at least every 3 days.
- You do not have bowel leakage more than once a week.
- You do not have certain other bowel conditions or trouble swallowing.
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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