Gentle belly rub may keep you regular after surgery
NCT ID NCT07344532
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 08, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tests whether teaching patients a gentle, circular belly massage (called effleurage) before abdominal surgery can help prevent constipation after the operation. About 42 adults having abdominal surgery will be split into two groups: one learns the massage technique and does it after surgery, the other gets standard care only. Constipation will be checked on the 10th day after surgery using a simple stool chart.
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Ege University
Izmir, Turkey (Türkiye)
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