Constipation Digestive System
Conditions
Interventions
Participants were randomized into experimental and control groups. The experimental group received lifestyle modification education for constipation and a warm electric massage applied to the abdomen
Sponsors
National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
All
Age
65 Years to 90 Years
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Adults aged 65 years and above who meet the Rome IV criteria for functional constipation.
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: 1. Presence of tumors or vascular malformations in the lumbar or abdominal regions. 2. Cognitive impairment indicated by a score of less than 6 on the Short Portable Mental Status Questionnaire (SPMSQ). 3. Skin infections, injuries, bleeding, or thrombophlebitis in areas surrounding the lumbar or abdominal regions that may contraindicate massage therapy. 4. History of abdominal surgery within the past six months. 5. Diagnosed coagulation disorders or platelet function abnormalities. 6. Use of a cardiac pacemaker. 7. Osteoporosis requiring medical treatment.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Data are collected at baseline (one week before the intervention) and at the end of the fourth intervention week, using questionnaires, participant diaries, a stethoscope, and face-to-face interviews 1. Spontaneous bowel movement frequency per week 2. The Bristol Stool Form Scale 2. Patient Assessment of Constipation Symptoms, PAC-SYM 3. Bowel sounds per minute 4. Adverse events | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Data are collected at baseline (one week before the intervention) and at the end of the fourth intervention week, using questionnaires, participant diaries, and MEAD meridian energy analysis device to evaluate participants’ energy balance, and face-to-face interviews. The MEAD meridian energy device is certified under Taiwan FDA Medical Device License No. 002062. 1. Laxative usage 2. Patient Assessment of Constipation Quality of Life 3. Meridian energy | — |
Countries
Taiwan
Contacts
Public ContactShiou Yun Huang
Outcome results
None listed