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The Effects of Prune Juice on Bowel Movement Patterns, Constipation Symptoms, and Quality of Life

RecruitingNAAges 65 Years - 100 YearsAllDalin Tzu Chi General Hospital
NCT06963125 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
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In plain words

What the trial is, and whether it could suit you

This study investigates the effects of different prune juice dosages on bowel movement patterns, constipation symptoms, and quality of life in older adults. Using a factorial experimental design, 90 participants aged 65 to 100 with functional constipation will be randomly assigned to receive 100 mL, 150 mL, or 200 mL of prune juice daily for four weeks. The study aims to determine a safe and effective dosage for constipation management, offering a non-pharmacological approach to improving bowel health in older adults.

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📋 Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion Criteria: * Older adults aged 65 to 100 years * Cognitively aware and able to express their opinions * Diagnosed with functional constipation Exclusion Criteria: * Diagnosis of diabetes mellitus * Cognitive impairment, including moderate to severe dementia or psychiatric disorders * Aphasia * Severe hearing impairment * Presence of gastrointestinal diseases, including: * Gastrointestinal bleeding * Intestinal obstruction * Abdominal tumors * Irritable bowel syndrome * Acute diverticulitis * Diarrhea * Crohn's disease * Ulcerative colitis * History of abdominal surgery * Regular use of probiotics * Regular use of traditional Chinese medicine or folk remedies for constipation relief * Difficulty swallowing or risk of aspiration * Major illnesses, such as current cancer treatment or severe cardiovascular diseases * Currently hospitalized
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What it tests

  • Low-Dose Prune Juice
  • Medium-Dose Prune Juice
  • High-Dose Prune Juice
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Where

1 site
Licensed Long-Term Care Institutions in Chiayi Region
Chiayi City, Taiwan
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