Effect of acupuncture for constipation after ischemic stroke: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial

Effect of acupuncture for constipation after ischemic stroke: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial

Abstract Background Constipation is a common complication after stroke that can severely influence a patient’s quality of life and rehabilitation. Treatments for constipation after stroke vary. Acupuncture may improve spontaneous bowel movements, quality of life, and clinical symptoms. The study see...

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Main Authors: Tao Zhang, Guiling Wang, Bin Li, Linpeng Wang, Jing Guo, Junxia Hu, Xin Du, Qiuyang Hong, Jingqing Sun, Cunzhi Liu
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2018-08-01
Series:Trials
Subjects:
Acupuncture
Constipation
Ischemic stroke
Study protocol
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13063-018-2750-0

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