Feasibility of abdominal massage for the alleviation of the symptoms o
A randomised controlled pilot study to assess the feasibility of abdominal massage for the alleviation of the symptoms of constipation in people with multiple sclerosis
What it found
A paper reports the results; we have not read it yet. See Papers below.
What it measured
Main measures
Constipation scoring system, undertaken at the end of the intervention period (week 4) and 4 weeks later (week 8).
Bladder, bowel and sexual function
Other measures (1)
1. Neurogenic Bowel Dysfunction Score 2. Bowel Diary 3. Qualiveen Questionnaire 4. 29-item Multiple Sclerosis Impact Scale (MSIS-29) Outcome measures will be undertaken at the end of the intervention period (week 4) and 4 weeks later (week 8).
Bladder, bowel and sexual functionQuality of life (reported by participants)
Who could take part
MS (type not specified) · 18 and over
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Inclusion criteria
Inclusion: 1. Constipation as defined by the Rome II criteria 2. Age range over 18 years, male or female Exclusion: 1. Bowel cancer 2. Stoma 3. Abdominal surgery (inside last year)
Exclusion criteria
Not separately supplied in the registry.
As registered. Criteria can change, so ask the trial team or your neurologist.
About this trial
In the sponsor's words
Not provided at time of registration
Papers
Results
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History
Started
Nov 2008
Finished
Nov 2009