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Effect of Abdominal Massage Versus Visceral Manipulation on Constipation
Sponsor: Cairo University
Summary
The study compares the effect of abdominal massage vs. visceral manipulation on constipation status and quality of life in adults. Chronic idiopathic constipation (CIC) is considered a common functional bowel disorder characterized by difficult, infrequent, and/or incomplete defecation. It has a great impact on the quality of life and on the healthcare system and represents an important financial strain .
Official title: Effect of Abdominal Massage Versus Visceral Manipulation on Constipation Status and Quality of Life in Adults
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
20 Years - 40 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
75
Start Date
2024-05-30
Completion Date
2024-08
Last Updated
2024-05-22
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
abdominal massage
It will include patients that will receive abdominal massage; the frequency and duration of the massage will be arranged as 3 sessions per week, with each session lasting an average of 20-25 minutes for 6 weeks.
visceral manipulation
It will include patients that will receive visceral manipulation; the frequency and duration of the technique will be arranged as 3 sessions per week, with each session lasting an average of 20-25 minutes for 6 weeks.
instructions on daily, dietary , toilet , and physical activity habits
It will include patients that will receive behavioral therapy: defecation mechanism and informing about negative attitudes and behaviors towards defecation), lifestyle advice (diet, water consumption, fiber food, etc.), teaching effective defecation posture, and timed toilet training.
Locations (1)
Abo Khalefa emergency hospital
Ismailia, Egypt