Managing pelvic floor muscle problems that cause constipation
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This study tests a treatment for a specific type of constipation caused by pelvic floor muscles not working together properly (dyssynergic defecation). It aims to help people who strain or feel blocked when trying to have a bowel movement.
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Who can take part
- Must be between 18 and 80 years old
- Have chronic constipation or irritable bowel syndrome caused by pelvic floor muscle problems (confirmed by testing)
- No major health conditions like heart, lung, or liver disease
- No history of colon cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, or major colon surgery
- Not currently using opioid pain medications or GLP-1 weight loss drugs
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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