Chronic Constipation study: Low Level Laser Therapy
Official title Sacral Neuromodulation as Treatment for Chronic Constipation
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT03819062
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study is testing whether low‑level laser therapy helps people with severe chronic constipation and is safe to use.
- Who it's for
- You may be able to join if you have severe chronic constipation that has not improved with other treatments.
- What's involved
- You will receive laser treatments on the skin near your lower back. The study does not use a pretend treatment. You will have a few visits to receive the therapy and to share how you feel.
- Time commitment
- The study lasts a few weeks, with several visits to receive the laser and to report your symptoms.
You might receive a placebo (an inactive treatment) instead of the study drug.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 6 to 70
You may be able to join if
- Patients with severe chronic refractory constipation
- Must have undergone high resolution colonic manometry that shows abnormal coordination between colonic motility and ano-rectal function.
You likely can't join if
- Pregnant patients
- Known malignancies in the area of treatment
- Active bleeding in area of treatment
- Active deep vein thrombosis
- When tatoos are present at area of treatment
- Patients that are light sensitive
See the full eligibility criteria
- Patients with severe chronic refractory constipation
- Must have undergone high resolution colonic manometry that shows abnormal coordination between colonic motility and ano-rectal function.
- Pregnant patients
- Known malignancies in the area of treatment
- Active bleeding in area of treatment
- Active deep vein thrombosis
- When tatoos are present at area of treatment
- Patients that are light sensitive
- Patients who take NSAIDS or steroids.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 6 years to 70 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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