One-Time biofeedback may ease bowel troubles after rectal cancer surgery

NCT ID NCT07253298

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether adding a single, non-invasive biofeedback session to home Kegel exercises can improve bowel control, reduce emotional distress, and enhance quality of life in people who have had rectal cancer surgery. About 66 participants will be randomly assigned to either Kegel exercises alone or Kegel exercises plus one biofeedback session. The goal is to see if the combined approach leads to better outcomes for common post-surgery bowel issues like urgency and incontinence.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

Kegel exercise with biofeedback

What this could lead to

If it works, this could offer a simple, non-invasive way to improve bowel control and emotional well-being for people struggling with bowel problems after rectal cancer surgery.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage trial with only 66 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The biofeedback is given just once, which may not be enough to make a lasting difference.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

intestinal disorder Low Anterior Resection Syndrome rectal cancer rectal neoplasm

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The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • National Taiwan University Hospital

    Taipei, 100, Taiwan