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A Taiwan-Adapted Self-Management Program for Adults With Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Sponsor: National Defense Medical Center, Taiwan
Summary
This pilot randomized controlled trial will evaluate the feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary effects of a Taiwanese version of a comprehensive self-management program for adults with irritable bowel syndrome. Participants will be randomized to the self-management program or usual care. Outcomes will be assessed at baseline, immediately after the intervention, and three months after the intervention.
Official title: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial of a Taiwanese Version of a Comprehensive Self-Management Program for Adults With Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
20 Years - 70 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
54
Start Date
2026-07-15
Completion Date
2028-07-25
Last Updated
2026-07-15
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Comprehensive Self-Management Program
Participants assigned to the intervention group will receive an 8-session comprehensive self-management program over approximately 8 weeks. The program includes irritable bowel syndrome education, symptom monitoring, relaxation practice, cognitive strategies, dietary self-management, sleep-related content, problem solving, and daily-life symptom management.
Usual Care
Participants assigned to the usual care group will continue to receive usual clinical care and complete scheduled study assessments.