CompletedNot Applicable

Exploring the Effects of a Baduanjin Program on the Symptoms of Constipation in Patients With Schizophrenia Spectrum

Taiwan112 participantsStarted 2018-10-08

Plain-language summary

Patients with schizophrenia spectrum have been suffering from constipation due to long-term use of psychotropic medications and changes in physical activity and eating habits caused by diseases. Aim this study was to examine the effectiveness of Baduanjin program in improving the symptoms of intestinal peristalsis and constipation in patients with psychosis. Method:A randomized controlled trial was conducted in tow psychiatric centers in northern Taiwan.The experimental group was provided with an 8- session Baduanjin program for 24 weeks (1 hour, thrice times per week), while the control group received routine care.

Who can participate

Age range20 Years – 64 Years

SexALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * Comply with the diagnosis of the spectrum. * Have the willingness to participate in the study and could read, communicate and cooperate with the completion of the consent form and questionnaire. * The age is 20 to 64 years old. * No need for any assistance in walking, and the gait is stable. * Appeared more than 2 times in the past month for more than 3 consecutive days without resolving or routine use of laxatives Exclusion Criteria: * Diagnosis is organic brain disease, alcohol and substance abuse. * There have been problems with gastrointestinal bleeding or lesions. * Have a history of extensive abdominal surgery or gastrointestinal surgery. * There are medical considerations and medical expenses reduction activities.

What they're measuring

Changes in Intestinal Peristalsis

Timeframe: 3 months and 6 months

Trial details

NCT IDNCT04071444

SponsorNational Yang Ming Chiao Tung University

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2019-07-01