CONSTIPATION

This study is testing whether using a simple bedside device during routine doctor visits can help quickly evaluate chronic constipation. Researchers want to see if having this device available makes doctors more likely to order the right tests and treatments. The study involves 1…

This study is testing whether using a footstool to change your posture on the toilet can help relieve constipation. Researchers at Mayo Clinic are comparing a 7-inch footstool to a shorter, 2-inch sham device to see which one better improves bowel movement frequency and symptoms.…

This study is testing whether adding a second drug, dexmedetomidine, to a standard pain-relieving nerve block can make the pain relief last longer after shoulder, foot, or ankle surgery. Researchers want to see if this combination can provide pain control for several days, which …

This study is testing if a new medical device called MOWOOT can help adults with long-term constipation feel better and improve their quality of life. It compares MOWOOT's 'intermittent colonic exoperistalsis' treatment against the standard trans-anal irrigation method that parti…

This study is testing whether a daily, low-volume enema-like irrigation can improve bowel control and quality of life for adults with fecal incontinence and/or chronic constipation. Participants will use a specific device daily for six weeks. The main goal is to see if this treat…

This study is testing a specially designed nutritional drink to see if it can help with constipation, a common and troublesome symptom for people with Parkinson's disease. Over 12 weeks, 56 participants will drink this supplement, which is enriched with a type of fiber and key vi…

This study aims to find out if a child's body position (sitting or lying down) changes the results of a special test used to diagnose constipation problems. Researchers will compare test results from 120 children, some with constipation and some without, to see which position giv…

This study aims to understand what factors are connected to constipation in children with cerebral palsy. Researchers will observe 100 children aged 4-18 and their caregivers, collecting information on diet, physical activity, and caregiver stress. The goal is to identify pattern…

This study aims to find out if the constipation medicine prucalopride is safe for use during pregnancy. Researchers will look at existing health insurance records of about 100 pregnant women with constipation, comparing those who took prucalopride to those who took other medicine…

This study aims to improve care for young adults with lifelong bladder problems by listening to their experiences. Researchers will interview 20 people aged 16-25 who have had urinary symptoms since childhood and are moving from pediatric to adult urology care. The goal is to ide…

This study aims to find out if there is a connection between long-term constipation and disorders of the sacroiliac joints in the lower back. Researchers will compare 200 adults, half with chronic constipation and half without, by performing specific physical tests on their joint…