Using a new device to improve biofeedback therapy for patients with obstructed defecation.
Official title: Fecobionics monitoring and prediction of biofeedback therapy outcome in patients with obstructed defecation.
Funded at California Medical Innovations Institute · NIH-11060050 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a new device called Fecobionics that helps people with obstructed defecation by providing better feedback during therapy, making it easier to understand and improve their treatment.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | California Medical Innovations Institute NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Diego, United States) |
| Project start | March 1, 2023 |
| Project end | February 28, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $370,000 |
| NIH project number | 5R01DK134689-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11060050 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals experiencing obstructed defecation or chronic constipation who have not found relief through traditional treatments.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with defecatory disorders not related to obstructed defecation or those who have already undergone extensive treatment may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how a novel device called Fecobionics can enhance biofeedback therapy for patients suffering from obstructed defecation, a common but often overlooked condition. The device simulates the consistency and shape of normal stool, allowing for more accurate monitoring and prediction of therapy outcomes. By integrating visual feedback from this device, the research aims to improve the understanding of the underlying mechanisms of defecatory disorders and tailor treatments more effectively. Patients will be closely monitored to assess how well this approach helps alleviate their symptoms.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective and accessible treatments for patients with obstructed defecation, improving their quality of life.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in using biofeedback therapy for similar conditions, but the specific application of the Fecobionics device represents a novel approach.
Where this research is happening
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California Medical Innovations Institute
San Diego, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Gregersen, Hans — California Medical Innovations Institute
- Study coordinator: Gregersen, Hans
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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.