Massage may bring relief to dialysis patients struggling with constipation
NCT ID NCT07402785
First seen Feb 21, 2026 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 12 times
Summary
This study looked at whether a gentle abdominal massage can help with constipation in people receiving hemodialysis. 49 adults took part, and researchers measured changes in constipation severity and quality of life. The goal was to see if this simple, drug-free approach could offer relief.
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Karadeniz Technical University
Trabzon, Trabzon, Turkey (Türkiye)
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