Status:
RECRUITING
The Effects of Prune Juice on Bowel Movement Patterns, Constipation Symptoms, and Quality of Life
Lead Sponsor:
Dalin Tzu Chi General Hospital
Conditions:
Constipation in Older Adults
Functional Constipation in Elderly
Eligibility:
All Genders
65-100 years
Phase:
NA
Brief Summary
This study investigates the effects of different prune juice dosages on bowel movement patterns, constipation symptoms, and quality of life in older adults. Using a factorial experimental design, 90 p...
Detailed Description
Constipation is a prevalent issue among older adults, leading to physical discomfort and long-term health complications. Non-pharmacological interventions are essential for effective management. This ...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- Older adults aged 65 to 100 years
- Cognitively aware and able to express their opinions
- Diagnosed with functional constipation
Exclusion
- Diagnosis of diabetes mellitus
- Cognitive impairment, including moderate to severe dementia or psychiatric disorders
- Aphasia
- Severe hearing impairment
- Presence of gastrointestinal diseases, including:
- Gastrointestinal bleeding
- Intestinal obstruction
- Abdominal tumors
- Irritable bowel syndrome
- Acute diverticulitis
- Diarrhea
- Crohn's disease
- Ulcerative colitis
- History of abdominal surgery
- Regular use of probiotics
- Regular use of traditional Chinese medicine or folk remedies for constipation relief
- Difficulty swallowing or risk of aspiration
- Major illnesses, such as current cancer treatment or severe cardiovascular diseases
- Currently hospitalized
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
May 26 2025
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation :
ESTIMATED
End Date :
November 30 2026
Estimated Enrollment :
90 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT06963125
Start Date
May 26 2025
End Date
November 30 2026
Last Update
September 12 2025
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Licensed Long-Term Care Institutions in Chiayi Region
Chiayi City, Chiayi County, Taiwan, 51591