Early walking after stomach or bowel surgery
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This study tests whether a structured early walking plan helps people recover faster after open gastrointestinal surgery. You will use a phone app to track your steps.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- You had open surgery on your stomach or intestines
- You are able to speak and understand Turkish
- You can walk on your own before the surgery
- You will stay in the hospital for at least 2 days after surgery
- You have a smartphone and are willing to download a step-counting app
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
Similar studies
Other trials that look related to this one.
This study tests whether starting gentle movement exercises soon after lumbar stabilization surgery can help reduce pain, anxiety, fear of falling, and fear of movement. It compares a group that gets early mobilization training to a group that receives standard care.
This trial tests whether encouraging patients who have obesity surgery to move more can help them recover faster and reduce negative side effects. It uses a smartwatch to track activity and see if the encouragement makes a difference.
This study checks how well you can walk before your planned surgery and whether that affects how quickly you recover afterward.
This trial tests whether a nurse-led program to help you walk soon after colon surgery improves recovery. It may help you get back on your feet faster.
This study tests whether watching videos about early movement after laparoscopic gallbladder surgery, combined with wearing a activity tracker, helps you recover faster with less pain and better function.
This study tests whether starting a supervised walking program soon after weight-loss surgery helps you recover faster. It aims to see if early movement improves your recovery and hospital stay.
Hear when a new Gastrointestinal Diseases trial opens
We’ll email you when one opens — at most once a week, no account needed, unsubscribe anytime.