Physical therapy for bladder and bowel symptoms after anorectal malformation surgery
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This study tests whether physical therapy can help children aged 5-18 who have bladder or bowel problems after surgery for anorectal malformation. Participating could improve your child's symptoms and quality of life.
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Who can take part
- Your child is between 5 and 18 years old.
- Your child has bladder or bowel symptoms after surgery for anorectal malformation (a birth defect affecting the anus and rectum).
- Your child does not have any other long-term health conditions (like heart, lung, or chronic diseases).
- Your child has not had any physical therapy (physiotherapy) in the last year.
- Your child does not have any mental or intellectual disability that would make it hard to take part.
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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