Exercise and massage for childhood constipation
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This study tests whether a combined exercise and massage program can help children aged 5-18 with functional constipation (constipation without a known medical cause). It may offer a non-drug way for caregivers to support their child's digestive health.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- Your child is between 5 and 18 years old.
- A doctor has diagnosed your child with functional constipation (using specific medical criteria called Rome IV).
- You are willing to give written consent and your child agrees to participate.
- Your child does not have a genetic or developmental condition (like Down syndrome or Hirschsprung disease).
- Your child does not have a metabolic or nervous system condition (like diabetes or cerebral palsy).
- Your child has not had abdominal surgery in the past year and has no hernias or open sores on the belly area.
- Any other serious medical condition that could affect safety was not listed.
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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