Acupressure for Constipation in the Elderly
Launched by UNIVERSITY OF YALOVA · Mar 27, 2023
Trial Information
Current as of May 05, 2025
Unknown status
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ClinConnect Summary
In a randomized controlled study will be evaluated the effect of acupressure application on constipation symptoms in the elderly people receiving institutional care. The study population will be conducted of 193 elderly individuals living in a Nursing and Rehabilitation Center under the Directorate of Family, Labor and Social Services in a province of Turkey. After explaining the purpose of the study and obtaining written consent from the patients, those with constipation will be determined. Those with constipation will be determined by applying The Patient Identification Form, Mini-Cog© Te...
Gender
ALL
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • Aged 60 and over,
- • Experiencing two or more of the Rome IV criteria
- • Not following a special nutrition program
- • Not using laxatives
- Exclusion Criteria:
- • Have a communication problem
- • Having high cognitive impairment (according to the Mini-Cog test)
- • Addicted to bed
- • Having musculoskeletal problems (eg amputation of the acupuncture site)
- • Having received acupressure / acupuncture treatment up to 8 weeks before the study
- • Having skin problems at acupressure points (eg, skin rash, infection)
- • History of gastrointestinal disorders such as irritable bowel syndrome, rectal prolapse, anal fissure, volvulus, and bowel obstruction
About University Of Yalova
The University of Yalova, a prominent academic institution located in Turkey, is dedicated to advancing medical research and clinical innovation. With a strong emphasis on interdisciplinary collaboration, the university engages in a wide array of clinical trials aimed at improving healthcare outcomes and contributing to the scientific community. Its research initiatives are supported by a team of experienced professionals and state-of-the-art facilities, fostering a robust environment for the development and evaluation of novel therapeutic interventions. Through these efforts, the University of Yalova strives to enhance patient care and promote evidence-based practices in the medical field.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Yalova, , Turkey
Patients applied
Trial Officials
Esra Usta, PhD
Principal Investigator
Yalova University
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported
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