Reflexology For Constipation 10 Studies: <previous 1 2 3 4 5     6 7 8 9 10 next >

Subject:

	Colon, Constipation

Study Conducted:	Country:	Institution:

	Denmark		Not indicated.

Citation:

	Eriksen, L., "Using Reflexology to Relieve Chronic Constipation." Sugeplejersken, The Danish Journal of Nursing, June 1992.

Synopsis:

20 women, ages 30-60, with chronic constipation from 5-54 years, were given 15 reflexology sessions over 4 weeks, then one session weekly for 7 weeks. Participants reported a 40% decrease in discomfort during elimination before reflexology to 0% afterwards and 50% reported normal stool consistency Evaluation was based on questionnaires and daily journals which reported frequency of elimination. 50% reported normal stool consistency and 55% were able to reduce their use of laxatives.

Conclusion:

	Foot reflexology was found to be effective for the relief of chronic constipation.

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