Acupressure for Constipation in the Elderly

Inclusion Criteria: * Aged 60 and over, * Experiencing two or more of the Rome IV criteria * Not following a special nutrition program * Not using laxatives Exclusion Criteria: * Have a communication problem * Having high cognitive impairment (according to the Mini-Cog test) * Addicted to bed * Having musculoskeletal problems (eg amputation of the acupuncture site) * Having received acupressure / acupuncture treatment up to 8 weeks before the study * Having skin problems at acupressure points (eg, skin rash, infection) * History of gastrointestinal disorders such as irritable bowel syndrome, rectal prolapse, anal fissure, volvulus, and bowel obstruction