Could zapping the brain relieve stubborn constipation?

NCT ID NCT07323407

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Xijing Hospital of Digestive Diseases Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called tACS can help people with severe constipation that hasn't improved with standard treatments, especially when they also have stress-related physical symptoms. About 60 adults will receive either real or sham tACS sessions over 4 weeks. Researchers will track changes in bowel movements, symptom severity, and quality of life to see if this brain-targeted approach offers relief.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

constipation disorder somatization disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

FUNCTIONAL CONSTIPATION (FC) REFRACTORY CONSTIPATION SOMATIC SYMPTOM DISORDER (DSM-5)

Contacts and locations

Locations

Xi'an International Medical Center Hospital
RECRUITING

Xi'an, Shaanxi, 710032, China
Xijing Hospital
RECRUITING

Xi'an, Shaanxi, 710032, China

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