A device to help treat anorectal disorders by adjusting its size for comfort.
Motorized Girth Adjustable Dilator with Dilation and Pressure Measurement for Anorectal Disorders, Designed to Improve Patient Adherence to Treatment via Static-Passive Stretching
This study is testing a new device that helps people with anorectal issues, like anismus and anal stenosis, by making it easier and more comfortable for them to stretch the anal area at home, so they can manage their condition better and feel less pain.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 1 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Lumina Medical LLC NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Culver City, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11069996 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a Motorized Girth Adjustable Dilator designed to treat anorectal disorders like anismus and anal stenosis. The device allows for static-passive stretching within the anal canal, which can help patients manage their conditions more comfortably at home. By providing real-time dilation and pressure measurements, it aims to improve patient adherence to treatment by reducing pain associated with traditional fixed-girth dilators. This innovative approach seeks to empower patients to engage in effective self-dilation while also assisting healthcare providers in delivering safer treatments.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals suffering from anorectal disorders such as anismus or anal stenosis, particularly those who have experienced pain or trauma in the anal region.
Not a fit: Patients with anorectal disorders that do not respond to dilation treatments or those who have contraindications for using such devices may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly enhance the comfort and adherence of patients undergoing treatment for anorectal disorders.
How similar studies have performed: While the approach of using adjustable dilators is innovative, similar concepts in patient-centered treatment for anorectal disorders have shown promise in improving adherence and outcomes.
Where this research is happening
Culver City, United States
- Lumina Medical LLC — Culver City, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Jayol, Benjamin — Lumina Medical LLC
- Study coordinator: Jayol, Benjamin
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.