Transcutaneous electrical stimulation (TES) for treatment of constipation in children

Abstract

The very low quality evidence gathered in this review does not suggest that TES provides a benefit for children with chronic constipation. Further randomized controlled trials assessing TES for the management of childhood constipation should be conducted. Future trials should include clear documentation of methodologies, especially measures to evaluate the effectiveness of blinding, and incorporate patient-important outcomes such as the number of patients with improved CSBM, improved clinical symptoms and quality of life.

A protocol for an interventional study on the impact of transcutaneous parasacral nerve stimulation in children with functional constipation

“…[ 18 ] A systematic review evaluated the effectiveness and safety of TENS to improve constipation in children. [ 20 ] The authors concluded that there is not enough evidence to establish conclusions and suggested that randomized controlled trials assessing TENS for the management of childhood constipation should be conducted, addressing methodology and outcomes. [ 20 ]…”