Effect of Acupressure on Constipation in Community-dwelling Spinal Cord Injury Patients: a Randomized Controlled Trial
Launched by THE HONG KONG POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY · Sep 25, 2022
Trial Information
Current as of May 05, 2025
Completed
Keywords
ClinConnect Summary
This study will use an open-label, double-group, randomized controlled trial to compare the effect of the intervention group with the control group. Study participants will be recruited from the "Hong Kong Direction Association for the Handicapped, a non-governmental organization dedicated to serving severely disabled Hong Kong people such as SCI. The sociodemographic data, disease status and outcome indicators of the study subjects were measured before the intervention, after the intervention and one month after the intervention. Research assistants (RA1) were trained to evaluate data and ...
Gender
ALL
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • 1. being Hong Kong residents between the ages of 18 or older,
- • 2. having an SCI diagnosis for over 6 months and living in the community,
- • 3. demonstrating the willingness and ability to learn and engage in acupressure (or having a caregiver to assist if self-operating is not feasible),
- • 4. experiencing difficulties with defecation or having concerns related to defecation.
- Exclusion Criteria:
- • 1. currently undergoing other TCM treatments or receiving interventions related to defecation or bowel functions,
- • 2. being unable to attend the training sessions due to personal reasons,
- • 3. having a history of gastrointestinal organic disease,
- • 4. having severe metabolic diseases, cardiovascular, cerebrovascular, or mental illnesses
About The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) is a leading institution in applied research and education, dedicated to advancing knowledge and innovation in various fields, including health sciences. As a clinical trial sponsor, PolyU focuses on conducting rigorous and ethically sound research to enhance understanding of medical interventions and improve patient outcomes. The university leverages its multidisciplinary expertise, state-of-the-art facilities, and collaboration with industry partners to facilitate groundbreaking studies that address pressing health challenges. Committed to fostering an environment of academic excellence, PolyU aims to translate research findings into practical solutions that benefit society and contribute to the global advancement of healthcare.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Hong Kong, , Hong Kong
Patients applied
Trial Officials
Yan Li, Dr
Principal Investigator
School of Nursing, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported
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