Hot water bag eases ileus pain, study finds
NCT ID NCT07248098
First seen Jan 09, 2026 · Last updated Jun 20, 2026 · Updated 26 times
Summary
This study looked at whether placing a hot water bag on the abdomen can reduce pain and help the bowels start moving again in people with ileus (a blockage in the gut). Sixty adults with ileus took part. The researchers measured pain levels using a 0-10 scale and checked bowel activity. The goal was to see if this simple, non-drug treatment could offer relief.
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Locations
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Cukurova University
Adana, Saricam, 01330, Turkey (Türkiye)
What this could mean
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Active substance
hot water bag
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to help manage pain and restore bowel function in people with ileus.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with only 60 participants. The results may not apply to everyone with ileus, and the effect might be small or due to chance.
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