Simple Bed Exercises for Reducing Postoperative Ileus in Colorectal Surgical Patients.

Launched by THE UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG · Jun 2, 2025

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is investigating whether simple bed exercises can help reduce a common condition called postoperative ileus in patients who have just undergone colorectal surgery. Postoperative ileus is when the intestines temporarily stop working properly after surgery, which can lead to discomfort and delayed recovery. The study will enroll adult patients (18 years and older) who are scheduled for elective colorectal surgery, like bowel resections or stoma placements. To participate, patients must be able to give informed consent and be mentally alert.

Participants in the study will be randomly assigned to one of two groups. One group will learn and practice simple bed exercises for 15 minutes, three times a day, starting the day after their surgery. These exercises will be taught by nurses using a video guide. The other group will receive standard care without added exercises. Throughout the study, all participants will keep track of when they are able to pass gas or have a bowel movement, as well as their ability to eat. This research could help improve recovery for patients after colorectal surgery, making it easier for them to get back to their normal routines.

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ALL

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Male or female patients aged \>/=18 years,
• • patients who are diagnosed with colorectal problems that require elective colorectal surgical intervention either anastomosis or stoma, either open or laparoscopic, and the use of any type of postoperative analgesic,
• • orientate to have informed consent and who have signed informed consent.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Patients who are not in the list of elective colorectal surgeries
• • Patients who require intraoperative and long postoperative intensive care \>1 day,
• • with a history of mental disorder or confusion,
• • patients with any active limitation which affects adherence to the study procedures like severe dementia and physical limitation.