This is a trial to test the effect of neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) of the abdominal wall on bowel function after spinal cord injury. If included, participants will receive 30 minutes of NMES applied 30 minutes before defecation over the course of 16 weeks. Researchers want to see if NMES is effective in decreasing both bowel transit time and constipation.
Traumatic
Non-traumatic
Type
Details
The participant will receive 30minutes of NMES applied with four adhesive electrodes attached to the abdominal wall. The stimulus will be applied for 30minutes before the usual bowel program emptying time over the course of 16 weeks. The stimulation protocol will be performed at home or at the Swiss Paraplegic Centre in Nottwil, Switzerland Participants will have follow-up outcome assessments at various time points over 24 weeks.
Main benefits
Bowel health
Additional benefits
Bladder health/function
General health
Good to know: Potential benefits are defined as outcomes that are being measured during and/or after the trial.
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