Vagus Nerve Treatment for Irritable Bowel Syndrome in Women
Treatments studied
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This study tests whether a gentle physical technique that stimulates the vagus nerve (a major nerve controlling digestion) can reduce belly pain and symptoms in women with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). IBS causes recurring belly pain and changes in bowel habits, and this trial explores whether this nerve-focused approach might provide relief.
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Who can take part
- You are a woman aged 20–45 years old
- You have mild to moderate IBS with belly pain at least once per week for the past three months
- Your abdominal pain is linked to bowel movements, changes in how often you have them, or changes in stool appearance
- Your IBS symptoms started at least six months ago and have been present for the last three months
- You do not have other gastrointestinal diseases, thyroid problems, heart/lung/kidney/liver disease, or recent abdominal surgery
- You do not have blood disorders, neurological conditions, fibromyalgia, depression alone, or a history of alcohol/drug abuse
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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