Could a simple home device replace pills for IBS pain?

NCT ID NCT05519683

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Apr 25, 2026 · Updated 27 times

Summary

This study tests two treatments for abdominal pain in people with irritable bowel syndrome with constipation (IBS-C): a home-based nerve stimulation device called TEA and a medication (escitalopram, also known as Lexapro). About 160 adults with ongoing IBS-C symptoms will be assigned to one of these treatments or a placebo. The goal is to see if these treatments reduce daily belly pain and improve quality of life over 14 weeks.

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Study contacts

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Locations

  • University of Michigan

    RECRUITING

    Ann Arbor, Michigan, 48109, United States

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