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COMBINED EXERCISE AND MASSAGE PROGRAM IN CHILDREN WITH FUNCTIONAL CONSTIPATION
Sponsor: Zeynep Idil Sevimli
Summary
The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if a combined exercise and abdominal massage program improves bowel function and daily well-being in children with functional constipation. Researchers will compare this program with standard care by measuring bowel symptoms, rectal size, pelvic floor strength, trunk endurance, and quality of life.
Official title: THE EFFECTS OF A COMBINED EXERCISE TRAINING AND MASSAGE THERAPY IN CHILDREN WITH FUNCTIONAL CONSTIPATION
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
5 Years - 18 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
40
Start Date
2026-02
Completion Date
2026-05
Last Updated
2026-01-13
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Stretching, Strengthening, and Stabilization Exercises
Children will complete exercises to improve flexibility, muscle strength, and trunk stability.
Abdominal Massage (I Love You Technique)
Gentle abdominal massage will be applied following the colon pathway to support bowel movement.
Standard Care and Education
Children and their parents will receive education about bowel function and lifestyle guidance on diet, fluid intake, toileting habits, and physical activity.
Pelvic Floor Muscle Training
Children will practice fast and slow pelvic floor contractions to improve muscle strength and endurance.
Breathing Exercises
Children will perform simple diaphragmatic breathing exercises daily to support abdominal and pelvic muscle coordination.
Locations (1)
Ankara Bilkent City Hospital - Pediatric Surgery Clinic
Ankara, Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye)