Can a simple stool relieve constipation? mayo clinic investigates
NCT ID NCT02877394
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 23, 2026 · Updated 29 times
Summary
This study looks at whether using a 7-inch footstool while on the toilet can improve constipation symptoms. Researchers will compare it to a very low (2-inch) sham stool. About 85 adults with chronic constipation will track their bowel movements to see if the higher stool helps them go more easily and regularly.
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Mayo Clinic in Rochester
Rochester, Minnesota, 55905, United States
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