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New treatment option for Constipation in Older Adults
Official title The Effects of Prune Juice on Bowel Movement Patterns, Constipation Symptoms, and Quality of Life
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06963125
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- 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 participants aged 65 to 100 with functional constipation will be randomly assigned to receive 100 mL, 150 mL, or 200 mL of prune juice daily for four weeks.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 65 to 100
You may be able to join if
- Older adults aged 65 to 100 years
- Cognitively aware and able to express their opinions
- Diagnosed with functional constipation
You likely can't join if
- 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
See the full eligibility criteria
- Older adults aged 65 to 100 years
- Cognitively aware and able to express their opinions
- Diagnosed with functional constipation
- 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
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Chiayi City, Chiayi County, Taiwan
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 65 years to 100 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Chiayi City, Chiayi County, Taiwan. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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