Brain Stimulation Treatment for Diarrhea-Prone Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This trial tests whether repeated magnetic stimulation applied to the scalp (a non-invasive procedure) can reduce diarrhea and belly pain in people with diarrhea-predominant IBS. The goal is to see if this brain-based treatment can improve your symptoms.
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Who can take part
- You are 18–60 years old
- You have had belly pain at least once a week for the last 3 months, with symptoms starting at least 6 months ago
- Your diarrhea meets specific patterns: mostly loose/watery stools (more than 25% of the time) and rarely hard stools (less than 25% of the time)
- Your IBS symptoms are moderate to severe (not mild)
- You can keep a daily symptom diary during the screening period
- You have no history of inflammatory bowel disease, GI surgery, or major health conditions like uncontrolled diabetes or heart disease
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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