Acupressure for constipation after menopause
Part of Digestive system, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study tests if acupressure (gentle finger pressure on specific body points) can help relieve constipation in women after menopause. It may offer a drug-free way to improve bowel regularity.
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Who can take part
- You are a woman between 50 and 60 years old and have gone through menopause (at least one year without a period).
- You have been diagnosed with constipation after menopause, with at least two common symptoms like straining or fewer than three bowel movements per week.
- Your body mass index (BMI) is 30 or lower.
- You must be willing to stop taking laxatives during the study.
- You do not have conditions like irritable bowel syndrome, diabetes, nerve problems, a pacemaker, or a history of bowel surgery.
Quick eligibility check
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