Vibrating pill could ease bowel troubles for spinal injury patients

NCT ID NCT07213986

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This pilot study is testing a special capsule that vibrates as it moves through the digestive system. The goal is to see if it is safe and helpful for people with spinal cord injuries who have bowel problems. Only 12 participants will be enrolled to check safety and how well they can use the device.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

Vibrant Capsule (a vibrating device swallowed to stimulate the colon)

What this could lead to

If it works, this could offer a new, non-drug way to manage bowel problems in people with spinal cord injury.

What could go wrong

This is a very small pilot study with only 12 people, so results may not apply widely. The capsule may not work or could cause discomfort.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

neurogenic bowel spinal cord injury

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

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Locations

  • TIRR Memorial Hermann

    RECRUITING

    Houston, Texas, 77030, United States

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