RecruitingDefecation Disorder
Electromyographic Biofeedback Therapy in Patients With Dyssynergic Defecation
Eligible age
18–70 yrs
Accepts
All genders
Locations
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Healthy volunteers
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About this study
This study aimed to investigate the effects of game-based electromyographic (EMG) biofeedback therapy on the quality of life and sleep quality of individuals diagnosed with dyssynergic defecation.
Sponsor: Kocaeli University
You may qualify if…
- ✓ 1. Diagnosis of dyssynergic defecation was confirmed by anorectal manometry, which demonstrated paradoxical pelvic floor muscle contraction and/or inadequate relaxation during defecation.
- ✓ 2. Eligibility for a pelvic floor rehabilitation program was based on a comprehensive evaluation conducted at the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinic.
- ✓ 3. Age between 18 and 70 years.
- ✓ 4. A history of chronic constipation lasting at least six months, in accordance with the Rome IV diagnostic criteria.
- ✓ 5. Stool consistency was classified as type 1 or type 2 according to the Bristol Stool Scale, indicating a hard stool pattern.
You may not qualify if…
- ✕ 1. Presence of communication barriers that may interfere with participation in the study.
- ✕ 2. Cognitive impairment affects the ability to comply with rehabilitation programs or assessments.
- ✕ 3. Pregnancy.
- ✕ 4. Presence of severe depression and/or anxiety disorder.
- ✕ 5. Untreated metabolic or endocrine disorders, including but not limited to diabetes mellitus, hypothyroidism, hypokalemia, and hypercalcemia.
- ✕ 6. Use of medications known to cause or exacerbate constipation.
- ✕ 7. History of spinal, rectal, or pelvic surgery, excluding cholecystectomy, hysterectomy, and appendectomy.
- ✕ 8. Presence of colorectal malignancy or inflammatory bowel disease.
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov · NCT07482696 · last updated 2026-08-07