The Effect of Post Colonoscopy Abdominal Massage on Abdominal Pain, Distension, Discomfort and Patient Satisfaction

NCT04979351 | Completed

• 1 other identifier: CemilTascıogluERHO
• Study Type: interventional
• Target: 180
• Locations: 1 country
• Sites: 1

Brief Summary

Background: Abdominal pain, distension, and discomfort are the most frequently seen side effects after colonoscopy. These side effects can cause physical and mental results and increased workloads and care costs. Additionally, the satisfaction of the patients with the colonoscopy process may affect their willingness to undergo repeated colonoscopies in the future which may be required for the surveillance of colon malignity. Currently, there are no studies evaluating the effects of abdominal massage on post colonoscopy these abdominal symptoms. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of post colonoscopy abdominal massage on abdominal pain, distension, discomfort, and patient satisfaction. Methods: This study was designed as a prospective randomized controlled study. Participants meeting inclusion criteria will be assigned to intervention and control groups using a random number generator. Participants assigned to the intervention group will receive abdominal massages twice a day after colonoscopy, and participants assigned to the control group will receive only "routine care". The abdominal pain, distension, discomfort, and satisfaction levels of the patients will be evaluated using the Visual Analogue Scale. Conclusions: New approaches are needed to improve the physiological and psychological health levels of patients after colonoscopy and help them return to their daily life activities and social lives faster. The trial will provide valuable evidence to inform clinical application and help evaluate the effects of the use of the relevant intervention.

Conditions

Healthy

Keywords

Colonoscopy; abdominal massage; abdominal pain; abdominal distension; abdominal discomfort; patient satisfaction

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (1)

• Abdominal pain

  Abdominal pain will be evaluated with the Visual Analog Scale Zero = minimum value Ten = maximum value

  The end of the second day.

Secondary Outcomes (1)

• Abdominal distension

  The end of the second day.

Other Outcomes (2)

• Comfort

  The end of the second day.

• High Satisfaction

  The end of the second day.

Study Arms (2)

Abdominal Massage Group

EXPERIMENTAL

Abdominal massage for 15 minutes twice a day application.

Other: Abdominal Massage

Placebo Group

NO INTERVENTION

Abdominal massage was not applied.

Interventions

Abdominal Massage OTHER

Abdominal massage will be applied twice a day.

Abdominal Massage Group

Eligibility Criteria

• Age: 18 Years+
• Sex: all
• Healthy Volunteers: Yes
• Age Groups: Adult (18-64), Older Adult (65+)

You may qualify if:

• being of 18 years of age and above
• owning a cell phone
• having a body mass index below 30
• being conscious and having location
• people, and time orientation
• having no communication barriers
• being able to communicate in Turkish
• giving written informed consent to participate in the study

You may not qualify if:

• were receiving sedation
• having previously received intestine resection or other intestinal surgery
• having an uncontrolled psychopathological illness
• receiving colonoscopy for treatment
• having active lower gastrointestinal system bleeding

Sponsors & Collaborators

• Prof. Dr. Cemil Tascıoglu Education and Research Hospital Organization: lead

Study Sites (1)

Prof. Dr. Cemil Taşcıoğlu City Hospital

Istanbul, Istanbul, 34384, Turkey (Türkiye)

Location

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MeSH Terms

Conditions

Abdominal Pain; Patient Satisfaction

Condition Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Pain; Neurologic Manifestations; Signs and Symptoms; Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms; Signs and Symptoms, Digestive; Treatment Adherence and Compliance; Health Behavior; Behavior

Study Officials

• DİLEK ÖZTÜRK, MSc

  specify Unaffiliated

  PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR

• Aysel GÜRKAN, PhD

  specify Unaffiliated

  STUDY DIRECTOR

Study Design

• Study Type: interventional
• Phase: not applicable
• Allocation: RANDOMIZED
• Masking: SINGLE
• Who Masked: PARTICIPANT
• Purpose: PREVENTION
• Intervention Model: PARALLEL
• Sponsor Type: OTHER
• Responsible Party: PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
• PI Title: Principal Investigator

Study Record Dates

• First Submitted: July 10, 2021
• First Posted: July 28, 2021
• Study Start: November 9, 2020
• Primary Completion: May 31, 2021
• Study Completion: May 31, 2021
• Last Updated: March 14, 2025

Record last verified: 2025-03

Data Sharing

• IPD Sharing: Will share
• Shared Documents: STUDY PROTOCOL
• Time Frame: No time limit
• Access Criteria: No Access Criteria

Locations

TU (1)