This randomized, double-blind clinical trial evaluates the effectiveness of use of a mobile health application in supporting the treatment of functional constipation in children aged 4 to 18 years. Participants are randomly assigned ( with en-bloc randomization) to either an intervention group using an interactive app with symptom tracking, reminders, and games or a control group using equivalent, but printed materials. The primary outcome is the improvement in constipation symptoms after 3 months with follow-up after 6 months (+/- 30 days) after enrollment. Secondary outcomes include achieving regular bowel movements. The study aims to determine whether digital tools can enhance treatment adherence and clinical outcomes in pediatric functional constipation.
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improvement of symptoms
Timeframe: 6 month +/- 30 days