The effects of abdominal 'I LOV U' massage along with lifestyle training on constipation and distension in the elderly with stroke

Introduction: Constipation and distension are dominant gastrointestinal problems after stroke in the elderly. Always they are treated by the use of laxatives and fibers. Abdominal massage along with a healthy lifestyle can be a solution. Purpose: This study aimed to investigate the effect of abdomin...

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Main Authors: Zahra Fekri, Nahid Aghebati, Tahereh Sadeghi, Mohammd taghi Farzadfard
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2021-03-01
Series:Complementary Therapies in Medicine
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Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0965229921000066