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Effects of Connective Tissue Massage Plus Biofeedback for Dyssynergic Defecation

RecruitingNAAges 18 Years - anyAllSelcuk University
NCT07890727 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
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What the trial is, and whether it could suit you

The goal of this randomized controlled clinical trial is to evaluate the effects of connective tissue massage (CTM) added to electromyographic biofeedback (EMG-BF) in adults with dyssynergic defecation (DD). The study will assess bowel function, constipation severity, anal sphincter function, quality of life, and anxiety. The study will include adults aged 18 years and older who have functional constipation according to the Rome IV criteria and a physician-confirmed diagnosis of DD. Participants will be randomly assigned to two groups: Control group: Participants will receive patient education and EMG-BF. Treatment group: Participants will receive the same patient education and EMG-BF, with additional CTM. Both groups will receive 12 treatment sessions over 6 weeks, with two sessions per week. Patient education will cover pelvic floor muscle anatomy, defecation physiology, diaphragma

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📋 Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion Criteria: * Adults aged 18 years and older. * Individuals with functional constipation according to the Rome IV criteria. * Individuals diagnosed with dyssynergic defecation by a physician. Exclusion Criteria: * Individuals with systemic, neurological, or metabolic diseases. * Individuals who are pregnant. * Individuals with abdominal hernias or coexisting colonic diseases. * Individuals with a history of colorectal, gastrointestinal, spinal, or pelvic surgery. * Individuals with open wounds or tumors in the areas where massage will be applied.
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What it tests

  • Electromyographic Biofeedback (EMG-BF)
  • Connective Tissue Massage (CTM)
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Where

1 site
Özel Sağlık Meslek Hizmet Birimi Fizyoterapist Beyza Nur Pınarcık
Konya, Turkey (Türkiye)
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