Shocking constipation away: nerve zap trial for kids
NCT ID NCT06528470
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This completed trial tested whether a nerve stimulation treatment called PTNS can help children aged 8-18 with constipation caused by pelvic floor dyssynergia. Forty participants received either real PTNS or a sham (fake) treatment to see if it improves bowel function. The goal is to find a new, non-surgical option for this tough-to-treat condition.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
Posterior Tibial Nerve Stimulation (PTNS) device
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a non-drug, non-surgical option to help children with constipation due to pelvic floor dyssynergia.
What could go wrong
This is a small pilot study (40 children) with no phase designation, so results may not be conclusive or widely applicable. The treatment involves needle insertion, which may cause discomfort.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Nationwide Children's Hospital
Columbus, Ohio, 43220, United States