Abdominal massage for intensive care patients
Part of Infections clinical trials.
This study tests whether gentle abdominal massage can help patients in the intensive care unit (ICU) who are confined to bed. The massage may help with digestive comfort and reduce constipation, which is common in ICU patients.
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Who can take part
- Age between 18 and 80 years
- In the intensive care unit (ICU) for more than 3 days
- Body mass index (BMI) under 30
- Not able to get out of bed (bedridden)
- No abdominal surgery in the past
- No active bleeding in the stomach or intestines
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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