A Taiwan-Adapted Self-Management Program for Adults With Irritable Bowel Syndrome (NCT07693907) | Clinical Trial Compass
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A Taiwan-Adapted Self-Management Program for Adults With Irritable Bowel Syndrome
54 participantsStarted 2026-07-15
Plain-language summary
This pilot randomized controlled trial will evaluate the feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary effects of a Taiwanese version of a comprehensive self-management program for adults with irritable bowel syndrome. Participants will be randomized to the self-management program or usual care. Outcomes will be assessed at baseline, immediately after the intervention, and three months after the intervention.
Who can participate
Age range
20 Years – 70 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion criteria
. Meets Rome criteria for irritable bowel syndrome
. Has a healthcare provider diagnosis of irritable bowel syndrome
. Able to read and speak Mandarin
. Willing to provide informed consent and participate in study procedures
Exclusion criteria
. Pregnant or breastfeeding
. Poorly controlled mental health problems, including history of psychosis, bipolar disorder, drug or alcohol abuse or dependence, or suicide attempt within the past 2 years unless explained by significant loss
. Surgery or hospitalization within the past month
. Unable to complete study questionnaires or study procedures
. Unable to complete study questionnaires or study procedures -
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
1
Proportion of Participants Who Complete the 3-Month Follow-Up Assessment
Timeframe: From enrollment to 3 months post-intervention
2
Proportion of Intervention Sessions Completed
Timeframe: From Week 1 to Week 8
3
Mean Acceptability Score Immediately Post-Intervention
Timeframe: Immediately post-intervention
4
Proportion of Participants With Complete Questionnaire Data
Timeframe: Baseline, immediately post-intervention, and 3 months post-intervention