Brain stimulation for hard-to-treat constipation with bodily distress
Part of Brain & nervous system, Digestive system, Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests if a gentle electrical current applied to the scalp can improve severe constipation in people who also experience persistent physical symptoms (like pain or bloating) that cause high worry. It is for those who have not gotten relief from standard laxatives.
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Who can take part
- You have chronic constipation with fewer than 2 complete bowel movements per week
- You have tried laxatives or other bowel treatments for at least 3 months without good results
- You have bothersome physical symptoms (like stomach pain or fullness) that cause excessive worry or take up a lot of your time and energy for at least 6 months
- You are between 18 and 80 years old
- You are not currently enrolled in another clinical trial
Quick eligibility check
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