Abdominal Functional Electrical Stimulation for Bowel Function in Spinal Cord Injury
This study is looking at how Abdominal Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES) might help people with chronic spinal cord injuries (SCI) improve their bowel function. FES involves applying electrodes to the abdomen during your regular bowel routine. The main goal is to see if FES can shorten the time it takes for bowel management. Researchers also want to understand if FES can improve your quality of life related to bowel function, how you manage your bowels, bladder symptoms, and reduce hospital visits. You may be able to join if you are over 18, have had a chronic SCI (more than 12 months) above T11, and have a consistent bowel routine. The study plans to enroll 15 participants, but its current status is unclear.
- Study design
- This is an interventional study planning to enroll 15 participants. It is not specified if it is randomized or blinded.
- What's involved
- Functional electrical stimulation electrodes will be applied to the abdomen during your bowel program. Bowel Management Time will be measured daily for 10 weeks.
- Compensation
- Not stated in the trial record.
- Follow-up
- Bowel Management Time is measured daily for 10 weeks.
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Abdominal Functional Electrical Stimulation to Improve Bowel Function in Spinal Cord Injury
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Conditions
Where it's being run
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What this trial measures
- Bowel Management Time (BMT)Daily (Weeks 1-10)
This is measured by recording start and end time of bowel management session in study diary.