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1 Ernst, E.
Abdominal Massage Therapy for Chronic Constipation
A Systematic Review of Controlled Clinical Trials
Forsch Komplementärmed, 1999, 6(3), 149-151
Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Manual therapy, Massage, Systematic review, Constipation
2 Agrawal, A.K.; Tripathi, D.M.; Sahai, R.; Gupta, N.; Saxena, R.P.; Puri, A.; Singh, M; Misra, R.N.; Dubey, C.B.; Saxena, K.C.
Management of giardiasis by a herbal drug "Pippali Rasayana"
A clinical study
J Ethnopharmacol, 1997, 56(3), 233-236
Ayurveda, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Phytomedicine, Pippali Rasayana, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Constipation
3 Mantani, N.; Kogure, T.; Sakai, S.; Kainuma, M.; Kasahara, Y.; Niizawa, A.; Shimada, Y.; Teresawa, K.
A comparative study between excess-dose users and regular-dose users of rhubarb contained in Kampo medicines
Phytomed, 2002, 9(5), 373-376
Observational trial, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Phytomedicine, posology, Rheum, Traditional Japanese medicine, Constipation
4 Woodward, S.; Norton, C.; Barriball, K.L.
A pilot study of the effectiveness of reflexology in treating idiopathic constipation in women
Complement Ther Clin Pract, 2010, 16(1), 41-46
Observational trial, Gynaecology, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Manual therapy, Reflex therapy, Constipation
5 Lin, L.W.; Fu, Y.T.; Dunning, T.; Zhang, A.L.; Ho, T.H.; Duke, M.; Lo, S.K.
Efficacy of traditional Chinese medicine for the management of constipation
A systematic review
J Altern Complement Med, 2009, 15(12), 1335-1346
Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Systematic review, Traditional Chinese medicine, Constipation
6 Picon, P.D.; Picon, R.V.; Costa, A.F.; Sander, G.B.; Amaral, K.M.; Aboy, A.L.; Henriques, A.T.
Randomized clinical trial of a phytotherapic compound containing Pimpinella anisum, Foeniculum vulgare, Sambucus nigra, and Cassia augustifolia for chronic constipation
BMC Complement Altern Med, 2010, 10(1), 17; (1-9)
Cassia, Cassia angustifolia, Foeniculum vulgare, Clinical research, Kombinationsarzneimittel, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Phytomedicine, Pimpinella, Pimpinella anisum, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Sambucus, Constipation
7 Arslan, G.G.; Eser, I.
An examination of the effect of castor oil packs on constipation in the elderly
A randomized controlled trial
Complement Ther Clin Pract, 2011, 17(1), 58-62
Geriatrics, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Oil, Physical therapy, Phytomedicine, Randomized trial, Rizinus communis, Constipation, Compress
8 Patel, M.; Schimpf, M.O.; O'Sullivan, D.M.; LaSala, C.A.
The use of senna with docusate for postoperative constipation after pelvic reconstructive surgery
A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial
Am J Obstet Gynecol, 2010, 202(5), 479.e1-e5
Surgery, Gynaecology, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Phytomedicine, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Senna, Constipation
9 Lai, T.K.T.; Cheung, M.C.; Lo, C.K.; Ng, K.L.; Fung, Y.H.; Tong, M.; Yau, C.C.
Effectiveness of aroma massage on advanced cancer patients with constipation
A pilot study
Complement Ther Clin Pract, 2011, 17(1), 37-43
Aromatherapy, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Cancer, Gastrointestinal tract, Manual therapy, Massage, Phytomedicine, Randomized trial, Constipation
10 Lee, M.S.; Choi, T.Y.; Park, J.E.; Ernst, E.
Effects of moxibustion for constipation treatment
A systematic review of randomized controlled trials
Chin Med, 2010, 5, 28; (1-5)
Acupuncture, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Moxibustion, Systematic review, Traditional Chinese medicine, Constipation
11 Jia, G.; Meng, M.B.; Huang, Z.W.; Qing, X.; Lei, W.; Yang, X.N.; Liu, S.S.; Diao, J.C.; Hu, S.Y.; Lin, B.H.; Zhang, R.M.
Treatment of functional constipation with the Yun-chang capsule
A double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled, dose-escalation trial
J Gastroenterol Hepatol, 2010, 25(3), 487-493
Aloe, Citrus, Citrus aurantium, Chinese medicinal herbs, Clinical research, Kombinationsarzneimittel, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Placebo-controlled, Polygonum, Polygonum multiflorum, posology, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine, Constipation, Panax, Panax ginseng
12 Hawrelak, J.A.; Myers, S.P.
Effects of two natural medicine formulations on irritable bowel syndrome symptoms
A pilot study
J Altern Complement Med, 2010, 16(10), 1065-1071
Observational trial, C-IBS, DA-IBS, Diarrhoeal disorder, Clinical research, Kombinationsarzneimittel, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Phytomedicine, Irritable bowel syndrome, Constipation
13 Cheng, C.W.; Bian, Z.X.; Zhu, L.X.; Wu, J.C.; Sung, J.J.
Efficacy of a Chinese herbal proprietary medicine (hemp seed pill) for functional constipation
Am J Gastroenterol, 2011, 106, 120-129
Armeniaca amara, Aurantium immaturus, Cannabis, Cannabis sativa, Chinese medicinal herbs, Clinical research, Kombinationsarzneimittel, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Magnolia, Magnolia officinalis, Paeonia, Paeonia alba, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Rheum, Traditional Chinese medicine, Constipation
14 Cunha, G.H.; Fechine, F.V.; Santos, L.K.; Pontes, A.V.; Oliveira, J.C.; Moraes, M.O.; Bezerra, F.A.; Moraes, M.E.
Efficacy of the tincture of jalapa in the treatment of functional constipation
A double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled study
Contemp Clin Trials, 2011, 32(2), 153-159
Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Operculina, Operculina alata, Phytomedicine, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Constipation
15 Lämas, K.; Lindholm, L.; Engström, B.; Jacobsson, C.
Abdominal massage for people with constipation
A cost utility analysis
J Adv Nurs, 2010, 66(8), 1719-1729
Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Manual therapy, Massage, Economy, Randomized trial, Constipation, Cost-effectiveness
16 Huang, C.H.; Su, Y.C.; Li, T.C.; Lee, S.C.; Lin, J.S.; Chiu, T.Y.; Lue, H.C.
Treatment of constipation in long-term care with Chinese herbal formula
A randomized, double-blind placebo-controlled trial
J Altern Complement Med, 2011, 17(7), 639-646
Aconitum, Aconitum carmichaeli, Atractylodes, Atractylodes macrocephala, Glycyrrhiza, Glycyrrhiza uralensis, Chinese medicinal herbs, Clinical research, Kombinationsarzneimittel, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Rheum, Rheum tanguticum, Traditional Chinese medicine, Constipation, ginger, Panax, Panax ginseng
17 Munshi, R.; Bhalerao, S.; Rathi, P.; Kuber, V.V.; Nipanikar, S.U.; Kadbhane, K.P.
An open-label, prospective clinical study to evaluate the efficacy and safety of TLPL/AY/01/2008 in the management of functional constipation
J Ayurveda Integr Med, 2011, 2(3), 144-152
Ayurveda, Observational trial, Cassia, Cassia angustifolia, Indian gooseberry, Clinical research, Kombinationsarzneimittel, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Plantago, Plantago ovata, Terminalia, Terminalia bellerica, Terminalia chebula, Constipation
18 Park, J.-E.; Sul, J.-U.; Kang, K.; Shin, B.-C.; Hong, K.-E.; Choi, S.-M.
The effectiveness of moxibustion for the treatment of functional constipation
A randomized, sham-controlled, patient blinded, pilot clinical trial
BMC Complement Altern Med, 2011, 11, 124; (1-8)
Acupuncture, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Moxibustion, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine, Constipation
19 Huang, C.-H.; Lin, J.-S.; Li, T.-C.; Lee, S.-C.; Wang, H.P.; Lue, H.-C.; Su, Y.-C.
Comparison of a Chinese Herbal Medicine (CCH1) and lactulose as first-line treatment of constipation in long-term care
A randomized, double-blind, double-dummy, and placebo-controlled trial
eCAM, 2012, 2012, 923190; (1-12)
Aconitum, Aconitum carmichaeli, Atractylodes, Atractylodes macrocephala, Glycyrrhiza, Glycyrrhiza uralensis, Chinese medicinal herbs, Clinical research, Kombinationsarzneimittel, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Rheum, Rheum tanguticum, Traditional Chinese medicine, Constipation, ginger, Panax, Panax ginseng
20 Li, Y.; Zheng, H.; Zeng, F.; Zhou, S.Y.; Zhong, F.; Zheng, H.B.; Chen, M.; Jing, X.H.; Cai, Y.Y.; Jia, B.H.; Zhu, B.; Liu, Z.S.
Use acupuncture to treat functional constipation
Study protocol for a randomized controlled trial
Trials, 2012, 13(1), 104; (1-8) (Studienprotokoll)
Acupuncture, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine, Constipation
21 Ding, M.; Lin, Z.; Lin, L.; Zhang, H.; Wang, M.
The effect of biofeedback training on patients with functional constipation
Gastroenterol Nurs, 2012, 35(2), 85-92
Observational trial, Biofeedback, Clinical research, Gastrointestinal tract, Mind-body medicine, Constipation
22 McClurg, D.; Hagen, S.; Hawkins, S.; Lowe-Strong, A.
Abdominal massage, for the alleviation of constipation symptoms in people with multiple sclerosis
A randomized controlled feasibility study
Multiple Sclerosis, 2011, 17(2), 223-233
Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Manual therapy, Massage, Multiple sclerosis, Nervous system, Randomized trial, Constipation
23 Hart, S.L.; Lee, J.W.; Berian, J.; Patterson, T.R.; Rosario, A. del; Varma, M.G.
A randomized controlled trial of anorectal biofeedback for constipation
Int J Colorectal Dis, 2012, 27(4), 459-466
Biofeedback, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Mind-body medicine, Randomized trial, Constipation
24 Liu, J.; Huang, H.; Xu, X.; Chen, J.D.
Effects and possible mechanisms of acupuncture at ST36 on upper and lower abdominal symptoms induced by rectal distension in healthy volunteers
Am J Physiol Regul Integr Comp Physiol, 2012, 303(2), R209-R217
Acupuncture, Healthy probands, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Irritable bowel syndrome, Traditional Chinese medicine, Constipation
25 Ren, K.; Qiu, J.; Wang, X.; Niu, F.; Jiang, T.
The effect of a sweet potato, footbath, and acupressure intervention in preventing constipation in hospitalized patients with acute coronary syndromes
Gastroenterol Nurs, 2012, 35(4), 271-277
Acupressure, Acupuncture, Balneology, Heart attack, Cardiovascular diseases, Ipomoea, Ipomoea batatas, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Physical therapy, Phytomedicine, Prevention, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine, Constipation, Heilbad
26 Iturrino, J.; Camilleri, M.; Wong, B.S.; Linker Nord, S.J.; Burton, D.; Zinsmeister, A.R.
Randomised clinical trial
The effects of daikenchuto, TU-100, on gastrointestinal and colonic transit, anorectal and bowel function in female patients with functional constipation
Aliment Pharmacol Ther, 2013, 37(8), 776-785
Daikenchuto, Gynaecology, Clinical research, Kombinationsarzneimittel, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Pharmacology, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Traditional Japanese medicine, Constipation, Pharmacodynamics
27 Shin, K.-M.; Park, J.-E.; Lee, S.; Choi, S.-M.; Ahn, Y.-C.; Lee, J.-W.; Kim, J.-H.; Son, C.-G.
Effect of Siguan acupuncture on gastrointestinal motility
A randomized, sham-controlled, crossover trial
eCAM, 2013, Article ID 918392, (1-7)
Acupuncture, Diarrhoeal disorder, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine, Constipation
28 Vitalone, A.; Menniti-Ippolito, F.; Raschetti, R.; Renda, F.; Tartaglia, L.; Mazzanti, G.
Surveillance of suspected adverse reactions to herbal products used as laxatives
Eur J Clin Pharmacol, 2012, 68(3), 231-238
Observational trial, Cascara, Cascara sagrada, Cassia, Cassia acutifolia, Cassia angustifolia, Glycyrrhiza, liquorice root, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Phytomedicine, Plantago, Plantago afra, Rheum, Adverse effect, Constipation
29 Zhang, C.; Guo, L.; Guo, X.; Li, G.; Guo, X.
Short and long-term efficacy of combining Fuzhengliqi mixture with acupuncture in treatment of functional constipation
J Trad Chin Med, 2013, 33(1), 51-59
Acupuncture, Chinese medicinal herbs, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine, Constipation
30 Uehleke, B.; Zahradnicek, S.; Vennos, C.
Die Tibetische Rezeptur Padma Lax in der ärztlichen Praxis
Eine retrospektive Fallstudie bei Obstipation mit 174 Patienten
Forsch Komplementärmed, 2013, 20(S2), 8-15
Observational trial, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Padma, Phytomedicine, Traditional Tibetan medicine, Constipation
31 Li, M.K.; Lee, T.F.; Suen, K.P.
Auriculotherapy in relieving symptoms of constipation and improving quality of life for the elderly
A pilot project
Hong Kong Med J, 2012, 18(Suppl. 6), 30-33
Acupuncture, Geriatrics, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Ear acupuncture, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine, Constipation
32 Zhang, T.; Chon, T.Y.; Liu, B.; Do, A.; Li, G.; Bauer, B.; Wang, L.; Liu, Z.
Efficacy of acupuncture for chronic constipation
A systematic review
Am J Chin Med, 2013, 41(4), 717-742
Acupuncture, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Systematic review, Traditional Chinese medicine, Constipation
33 Li, M.K.; Lee, T.F.; Suen, K.P.
Complementary effects of auricular acupressure in relieving constipation symptoms and promoting disease-specific health-related quality of life
A randomized placebo-controlled trial
Complement Ther Med, 2014, 22(2), 266-277
Acupressure, Acupuncture, Geriatrics, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Ohrakupressur, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine, Constipation
34 Numata, T.; Takayama, S.; Tobita, M.; Ishida, S.; Katayose, D.; Shinkawa, M.; Oikawa, T.; Aonuma, T.; Kaneko, S.; Tanaka, J.; Kanemura, S.; Iwasaki, K.; Ishii, T.; Yaegashi, N.
Traditional Japanese medicine Daikenchuto improves functional constipation in poststroke patients
eCAM, 2014, 2014, 231258; (1-8)
Daikenchuto, Cardiovascular diseases, Clinical research, Kombinationsarzneimittel, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Randomized trial, Stroke, Traditional Japanese medicine, Constipation
35 Yang, L.H.; Duan, P.B.; Du, S.Z.; Sun, J.F.; Mei, S.J.; Wang, X.Q.; Zhang, Y.Y.
Efficacy of auriculotherapy for constipation in adults
A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
J Altern Complement Med, 2014, 20(8), 590-605
Acupuncture, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Meta-analysis, Ear acupuncture, Systematic review, Traditional Chinese medicine, Constipation
36 Wu, J.; Liu, B.; Li, N.; Sun, J.; Wang, L.; Wang, L.; Cai, Y.; Ye, Y.; Liu, J.; Wang, Y.; Liu, Z.
Effect and safety of deep needling and shallow needling for functional constipation
A multicenter, randomized controlled trial
Medicine, 2014, 93(28), e284; (1-9)
Acupuncture, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine, Constipation
37 Abbott, R.; Ayres, I.; Hui, E.; Hui, K.K.
Effect of perineal self-acupressure on constipation
A randomized controlled trial
J Gen Intern Med, 2015, 30(4), 434-439
Acupressure, Acupuncture, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Randomized trial, Constipation
38 Zou, J.Y.; Xu, Y.; Wang, X.H.; Jiang, Q.; Zhu, X.M.
Improvement of constipation in leukemia patients undergoing chemotherapy using sweet potato
Cancer Nurs, 2016, 39(3), 181-186
Nutrition/diet, Ipomoea, Ipomoea batatas, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Cancer, Leukaemia, Gastrointestinal tract, Prevention, Randomized trial, Constipation
39 Ba-Bai-Ke-Re, M.M.T.J. a; Wen, N.-R.; Hu, Y.-L.; Zhao, L.; Tuxun, T.; Husaiyin, A.; Sailai, Y.; Abulimiti, A.; Wang, Y.-H.; Yang, P.
Biofeedback-guided pelvic floor exercise therapy for obstructive defecation
An effective alternative
World J Gastroenterol, 2014, 20(27), 9162-9169
Exercise therapy, Biofeedback, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Mind-body medicine, Physical therapy, Randomized trial, Constipation, Pelvic floor exercises
40 Da, N.; Wang, X.; Liu, H.; Xu, X.; Jin, X.; Chen, C.; Zhu, D.; Bai, J.; Zhang, X.; Zou, Y.; Hu, G.; Zhang, J.
The effectiveness of electroacupuncture for functional constipation
A randomized, controlled, clinical trial
eCAM, 2015, Article ID 670963, (1-5)
Acupuncture, Electroacupuncture, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine, Constipation
41 Zheng, Q.; Zheng, H.; Lu, L.; Leng, J.; Zhou, S.; Zheng, H.; Huang, W.; Liu, Z.; Zhu, B.; Li, Y.
Acupuncture for functional constipation
Protocol of an individual patient data meta-analysis
BMJ Open, 2015, 5(5), e007137; (1-6) (Studienprotokoll)
Acupuncture, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Meta-analysis, Traditional Chinese medicine, Constipation
42 Xue, Q.M.; Li, N.; Liu, Z.S.; Wang, C.W.; Lu, J.Q.
Efficacy of electroacupuncture in the treatment of functional constipation
A randomized controlled pilot trial
Chin J Integr Med, 2015, 21(6), 459-463
Acupuncture, Electroacupuncture, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine, Constipation
43 Lever, E.; Cole, J.; Scott, S.M.; Emery, P.W.; Whelan, K.
Systematic review
The effect of prunes on gastrointestinal function
Aliment Pharmacol Ther, 2014, 40(7), 750-758
Nutrition/diet, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Phytomedicine, Prunus, Prunus domestica, Systematic review, Constipation
44 Elsagh, M.; Behbahani, F.A.; Fartookzadeh, M.R.; Adibi, P.; Kamalinejad, M.; Anushiravani, M.
Categorization of functional constipation in Traditional Persian medicine
A descriptive study
J Evid Based Compl Altern Med, 2016, 21(1), 48-52
Observational trial, Diagnostics, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Constipation, Traditionelle Persische Medizin
45 Coccorullo, P.; Strisciuglio, C.; Martinelli, M.; Miele, E.; Greco, L.; Staiano, A.
Lactobacillus reuteri (DSM 17938) in infants with functional chronic constipation
A double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled study
J Pediatr, 2010, 157, 598-602
Nutrition/diet, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Lactobacillus reuteri, Lactobacillus spec., Gastrointestinal tract, Microbiological therapy, Pediatrics, Placebo-controlled, Probiotics, Randomized trial, Constipation
46 Sahin, M.; Dogan, I.; Cengiz, M.; Ünal, S.
The impact of anorectal biofeedback therapy on the quality of life of patients with dyssenergic defecation
Turk J Gastroenterol, 2015, 26, 140-144
Observational trial, Biofeedback, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Mind-body medicine, Constipation
47 Cadeddu, F.; Salis, F.; De Luca, E.; Ciangola, I.; Milito, G.
Efficacy of biofeedback plus transanal stimulation in the management of pelvic floor dyssynergia
A randomized trial
Tech Coloproctol, 2015, 19(6), 333-338
Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Biofeedback, Electrotherapy, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Mind-body medicine, Physical therapy, Randomized trial, Constipation
48 Lee, H.J.; Boo, S.J.; Jung, K.W.; Han, S.; Seo, S.Y.; Koo, H.S.; Yoon, I.J.; Park, S.H.; Yang, D.H.; Kim, K.J.; Ye, B.D.; Byeon, J.S.; Yang, S.K.; Kim, J.H.; Myung, S.J.
Long-term efficacy of biofeedback therapy in patients with dyssynergic defecatiion
Results of a median 44 months follow-up
Neurogastroenterol Motil, 2015, 27(6), 787-795
Observational trial, Biofeedback, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Mind-body medicine, Constipation
49 Rice, A.D.; Patterson, K.; Reed, E.D.; Wurn, B.F.; Klingenberg, B.; King, C.R. 3rd; Wurn, L.J.
Treating small bowel obstruction with a manual physical therapy
A prospective efficacy study
Biomed Res Int, 2016, 2016, 7610387; (1-8)
Observational trial, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Manual therapy, Constipation
50 Gürsen, C.; Kerem Günel, M.; Kaya, S.; Kav, T.; Akbayrak, T.
Effect of connective tissue manipulationon symptoms and quality of life in patients with chronic constipation
A randomized controlled trial
J Manipulative Physiol Ther, 2015, 38(5), 335-343
Connective tissue massage, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Manual therapy, Randomized trial, Constipation
51 Liu, Z.; Yan, S.; Wu, J.; He, L.; Li, N.; Dong, G.; Fang, J.; Fu, W.; Fu, L.; Sun, J.; Wang, L.; Wang, S.; Yang, J.; Zhang, H.; Zhang, J.; Zhao, J.; Zhou, W.; Zhou, Z.; Ai, Y.; Zhou, K.; Liu, J.; Xu, H.; Cai, Y.; Liu, B.
Acupuncture for chronic severe functional constipation
A randomized, controlled trial
Ann Intern Med, 2016, 16(11), 761-769
Acupuncture, Electroacupuncture, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine, Constipation
52 Baek, H.I.; Ha, K.C.; Kim, H.M.; Choi, E.K.; Park, E.O.; Park, B.H.; Yang, H.J.; Kim, M.J.; Kang, H.J.; Chae, S.W.
Randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial of Ficus carica paste for the management of functional constipation
Asia Pac J Clin Nutr, 2016, 25(3), 487-496
Applikationsform, Ficus, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Paste, Phytomedicine, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Constipation, Ficus carica
53 Koo, J.P.; Choi, J.H.; Kim, N.J.
The effects of maitland orthopedic manual therapy on improving constipation
J Phys Ther Sci, 2016, 28(10), 2857-2861
Fiber, Nutrition/diet, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Manual therapy, Randomized trial, Constipation
54 Yousefi, M.; Mousalreza, S.; Roshanak, H.
Evaluating the clinical efficacy of Guggulu resin on constipation
A randomized clinical trial study
Adv Integr Med, 2016, 3(3), 98-102
Ayurveda, Cammophora, Cammophora mukul, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Phytomedicine, Randomized trial, Constipation
55 Minagawa, T.; Saitou, T.; Suzuki, T.; Domen, T.; Yokoyama, H.; Ishikawa, M.; Hirakata, S.; Nagai, T.; Nakazawa, M.; Ogawa, T.; Ishizuka, O.
Impact of ao-dake-humi, Japanese traditional bamboo foot stimulator, on lower urinary tract symptoms, constipation and hypersensitivity to cold
A single-arm prospective pilot study
BMC Complement Altern Med, 2016, 16, 513; (1-8)
Observational trial, Urinary tract, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Manual therapy, Reflexology, Traditional Japanese medicine, Constipation
56 McClurg, D.; Hagen, S.; Jamieson, K.; Dickinson, L.; Paul, L.; Cunnington, A.
Abdominal massage for the alleviation of symptoms of constipation in people with Parkinson's
A randomised controlled pilot study
Age Ageing, 2016, 45(2), 299-303
Clinical research, Gastrointestinal tract, Manual therapy, Massage, Nervous system, Parkinson's disease, Randomized trial, Constipation
57 Seyyedrassoli, A.; Ghahramanian, A.; Azizi, A.; Goljarian, S.; Gillespie, M.; Aydinferd, S.
Comparison of effectiveness of reflexology and abdominal massage on constipation among orthopedic patients
A single-blind randomized controlled trial
Int J Med Res Health Sci, 2016, 5(10), 33-40
Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Manual therapy, Massage, Randomized trial, Reflex therapy, Constipation
58 Naumann, J.; Sadaghiani, C.; Alt, F.; Huber, R.
Effects of sulfate-rich mineral water on functional constipation
A double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled study
Forsch Komplementärmed, 2016, 23(6), 356-363
Balneology, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Physical therapy, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Constipation
59 Tsuda, H.; Kotani, T.; Sumigama, S.; Mano, Y.; Hayakawa, H.; Kikkawa, F.
Efficacy and safety of daikenchuto (TJ-100) in pregnant women with constipation
Taiwan J Obstet Gyn, 2016, 55, 26-29
Observational trial, Daikenchuto, Gynaecology, Chinese medicinal herbs, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Obstetrics, Traditional Chinese medicine, Constipation
60 Mirghafourvand, M.; Homayouni Rad, A.; Mohammad Alizadeh Charandabi, S.; Fardiazar, Z.; Shokri, K.
The effect of probiotic yogurt on constipation in pregnant women
A randomized controlled clinical trial
Iran Red Crescent Med J, 2016, 18(11), e39870; (1-12)
Bifidobacterium lactis, Bifidobacterium spec., Nutrition/diet, Gynaecology, Homespun remedies, Yoghurt, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Lactobacillus acidophilus, Lactobacillus spec., Gastrointestinal tract, Probiotics, Randomized trial, Obstetrics, Constipation, Traditional medicine, Streptococcus thermophilus, Lactobacillus bulgaricus
61 Turan, N.; Ast, T.A.
The effect of abdominal massage on constipation and quality of life
Gastroenterol Nurs, 2016, 39(1), 48-59
Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Manual therapy, Massage, Randomized trial, Constipation
62 Wu, X.; Zheng, C.; Xu, X.; Ding, P.; Xiong, F.; Tian, M.; Wang, Y.; Dong, H.; Zhang, M.; Wang, W.; Xu, S.; Xie, M.; Huang, G.
Electroacupuncture for functional constipation
A multicenter, randomized, control trial
eCAM, 2016, Article ID 1428943,
Acupuncture, Electroacupuncture, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine, Constipation
63 Engelenburg-van Lonkhuyzen, M.L. van; Bols, M.; Benninga, M.A.; Verwijs, W.A.; Bie, R.A. de
Effectiveness of pelvic physiotherapy in children with functional constipation compared with standard medical care
Gastroenterology, 2017, 152(1), 82-91
Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Manual therapy, Pediatrics, Physiotherapy, Randomized trial, Constipation
64 Fattahi, M.R.; Alorizi, S.M.E.; Nimrouzi, M.; Zarshenas, M.M.; Parvizi, M.M.
A randomized clinical trial on treatment of chronic constipation by traditional Persian medicine recommendations compared to allopathic medicine
A pilot study
Int J Prev Med, 2017, 8, 50; (1-7)
Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Randomized trial, Constipation, Traditionelle Persische Medizin
65 Shahamat, M.; Daneshfard, B.; Najib, K.S.; Dehghani, S.M.; Tafazoli, V.; Kasalael, A.
Dry cupping in children with functional constipation
A randomized open label clinical trial
Afr J Tradit Compl Altern Med, 2016, 13(4), 22.28
Purgative therapy, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Pediatrics, Randomized trial, Cupping, Constipation
66 Pinheiro, I.; Robinson, L.; Verhelst, A.; Marzorati, M. Winkens, B.; Abbeele, P. van den; Possemiers, S.
A yeast fermentate improves gastrointestinal discomfort and constipation by modulation of the gut microbiome
Results from a randomized double-blind placebo-controlled pilot trial
BMC Complement Altern Med, 2017, 17, 441; (1-20)
Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Microbiological therapy, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Saccharomyces cerevisiae, Constipation, Microbiology, Microbiome
67 Kao, M.-L.; Chen, Y.-L.; Lee, S.-C.; Huang, S.-Y.; Lin, P.-Y.
Electroacupuncture improves gastric emptying in critically ill neurosurgical patients
A pilot study
eCAM, 2017, Article ID 1892161, (1-6)
Acupuncture, Observational trial, Surgery, Electroacupuncture, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Nervous system, Postoperative complaints, Traditional Chinese medicine, Constipation
68 Verma, J.G.; Misra, A.; Ghoshal, U.C.
Effect of biofeedback therapy on anorectal physiological parameters among patients with fecal evacuation disorder
Indian J Gastroenterol, 2017, 36(2), 99-104
Observational trial, Biofeedback, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Mind-body medicine, Constipation
69 Jarzebicka, D.; Sieczkowska, J.; Dadalski, M.; Kierkus, J.; Ryzko, J.; Oracz, G.
Evaluation of the effectiveness of biofeedback therapy for functional constipation in children
Turk J Gastroenterol, 2016, 27, 433-438
Observational trial, Biofeedback, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Mind-body medicine, Pediatrics, Retrospective design, Constipation
70 Russo, M.; Giugliano, F.P.; Quitadamo, P.; Mancusi, V.; Miele, E.; Staiano, A.
Efficacy of a mixture of probiotic agents as complementary therapy for chronic functional constipation in childhood
Ital J Ped, 2017, 43, 24; (1-7)
Nutrition/diet, Clinical research, Kombinationsarzneimittel, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Pediatrics, Probiotics, Randomized trial, Constipation
71 Li, D.-Y.; Dai, Y.-K.; Zhang, Y.-Z.; Huang, M.-X.; Li, R.-L.; Ou-Yang, J.; Chen, W.; Hu, L.
Systematic review and meta-analysis of traditional Chinese medicine in the treatment of constipation-predominant irritable bowel syndrome
PLoS ONE, 2017, 12(12), e0189491; (1-14)
Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Meta-analysis, Irritable bowel syndrome, Systematic review, Traditional Chinese medicine, Constipation
72 Dehghan, M.; Fatehi Poor, A.; Mehdipoor, R.
Does abdominal massage improve gastrointestinal functions of intensive care patients with an endotrachel tube?
A randomized clinical trial
Complement Ther Clin Pract, 2018, 30, 122-128
Bauchschmerz (unspezifisch), Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Manual therapy, Massage, Randomized trial, Constipation, Intensivmedizin
73 Gong, H.; Qin, F.; He, H.
Herbal formula modified Buzhong-Yiqi-Tang for functional constipation in adults
A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
eCAM, 2018, Article ID 9602525, (1-12)
Chinese medicinal herbs, Clinical research, Kombinationsarzneimittel, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Meta-analysis, Traditional Chinese medicine, Constipation, Buzhong Yiqi Tang
74 Pereira, A.T. de C.; Gosik, M.S.; Carillo jun., R.
Relação do Bloqueio Emunctorial Intestinal com o Desenvolvimento e Manutenção de Transtornos de Origem Tuberculínica
Relationship between constipation and the development and maintenance of tuberculinic disease
Braz Hom J, 1998, 4(1), 461-468
Respiratory diseases, Homeopathy, Infections, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Miasm, Randomized trial, Tuberculosis, Constipation
75 Zheng, H.; Liu, Z.S.; Zhang, W.; Chen, M.; Zhong, F.; Jing, X.H.; Rong, P.J.; Zhu, W.Z.; Wang, F.C.; Liu, Z.B.; Tang, C.Z.; Wang, S.J.; Zhou, M.Q.; Li, Y.; Zhu, B.
Acupuncture for patients with chronic functional constipation
A randomized controlled trial
Neurogastroenterol Motil, 2018, 30(7), e13307; (1-9)
Acupuncture, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine, Constipation
76 Yang, X.; Liu, Y.; Liu, B.; He, B.; He, L.; Liu, Z.; Yan, Y.; Liu, J.; Liu, B.
Factors related to acupuncture response in patients with chronic severe functional constipation
Secondary analysis of a randomized controlled trial
PLoS ONE, 2017, 12(11), e0187723; (1-9)
Acupuncture, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine, Constipation
77 Zhou, S.-L.; Zhang, X.-L.; Wang, J.-H.
Comparison of electroacupuncture and medical treatment for functional constipation
A systematic review and meta-analysis
Acupunct Med, 2017, 35(5), 324-331
Acupuncture, Electroacupuncture, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Meta-analysis, Systematic review, Traditional Chinese medicine, Constipation
78 Shin, J.; Park, H.
Effects of auricular acupressure on constipation in patients with breast cancer receiving chemotherapy
A randomized control trial
West J Nurs Res, 2018, 40(1), 67-83
Acupressure, Acupuncture, Breast cancer, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Cancer, Gastrointestinal tract, Ohrakupressur, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine, Constipation
79 Cai, Q.-H.; Ma, R.; Hu, S.-Y.; Li, X.-M.; Xiang, X.-X.; Ding, Y.; He, P.; Han X.-M.; Chang, K.; Zhang, W.; Xue, Z.; Wang, X.-F.; Zhong, C.-L.; Yang, N.
A randomized controlled trial of Chinese patent medicine Xiao'er Biantong granules in the treatment of functional constipation in children
eCAM, 2018, Article ID 4941505, (1-7)
Chinese medicinal herbs, Clinical research, Kombinationsarzneimittel, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Pediatrics, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine, Constipation, Xiao Biantong
80 Lopresti, A.L.; Gupta, H.; Smith, S.J.
A poly-herbal blend (Herbagut®) on adults presenting with gastrointestinal complaints
A randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled study
BMC Complement Altern Med, 2018, 18, 98; (1-13)
Bauchschmerz (unspezifisch), Curcuma, Curcuma longa, Diarrhoeal disorder, Clinical research, Kombinationsarzneimittel, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Phytomedicine, Piper, Piper nigrum, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Constipation, ginger
81 Jing, X.; Liu, J.; Wang, C.; Jia, M.; Chen, X.; Mei, Y.; Zhu, Q.R.
Auricular acupressure is an alternative in treating constipation in leukemia patients undergoing chemotherapy
A systematic review and meta-analysis
Complement Ther Clin Pract, 2018, 31, 282-289
Acupressure, Acupuncture, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Cancer, Leukaemia, Gastrointestinal tract, Meta-analysis, Ohrakupressur, Systematic review, Traditional Chinese medicine, Constipation
82 Zhu, L.; Ma, Y.; Deng, X.
Comparison of acupuncture and other drugs for chronic constipation
A network meta-analysis
PLoS ONE, 2018, 13(4), e0196128; (1-15)
Acupuncture, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Meta-analysis, Traditional Chinese medicine, Constipation
83 Zhao, J.M.; Lu, J.H.; Yin, X.J.; Wu, L.Y.; Bao, C.H.; Chen, X.K.; Chen, Y.H.; Tang, W.J.; Jin, X.M.; Wu, H.G.; Shi, Y.
Comparison of electroacupuncture and mild-warm moxibustion on brain-gut function in patients with constipation-predominant irritable bowel syndrome
A randomized controlled trial
Chin J Integr Med, 2018, 24(5), 328-335
Acupuncture, Electroacupuncture, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Moxibustion, Randomized trial, Irritable bowel syndrome, Traditional Chinese medicine, Constipation
84 Weir, I.; Shu, Q.; Wei, N.; Wei, C.; Zhu, Y.
Efficacy of actinidin-containing kiwifruit extract Zyactinase on constipation
A randomised double-blinded placebo-controlled clinical trial
Asia Pac J Clin Nutr, 2018, 27(3), 564-571
Actinidia, Actinidia deliciosa, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Phytomedicine, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Constipation
85 Sawazaki, K.; Hoshikawa, H.
Effects of noninvasive skin stimulation with microcones on constipation
A double-blinded controlled study
Med Acupunct, 2018, 30(1), 25-32
Acupressure, Acupuncture, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Ohrakupressur, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine, Constipation
86 Lee, H.-Y.; Kwon, O.-J.; Kim, J.-E.; Kim, M.; Kim, A.-R.; Park, H.-J.; Cho, J.-H.; Kim, J.-H.; Choi, S.-M.
Efficacy and safety of acupuncture for functional constipation
A randomised, sham-controlled pilot trial
BMC Complement Altern Med, 2018, 18, 186; (1-11)
Acupuncture, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine, Constipation
87 Martínez-Ochoa, M.J.; Fernández-Domínguez, J.C.; Morales-Asencio, J.M.; González-Iglesias, J.; Ricard, F.; Oliva-Pascual-Vaca, Á.
Effectiveness of an osteopathic abdominal manual intervention in pain thresholds, lumbopelvic mobility, and posture in women with chronic functional constipation
J Altern Complement Med, 2018, 24(8), 816-824
Gynaecology, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Manual therapy, Osteopathy, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Pain, Constipation
88 Noureddin, S.; Mohsen, J.; Payman, A.
Effects of psyllium vs. placebo on constipation, weight, glycemia, and lipids
A randomized trial in patients with type 2 diabetes and chronic constipation
Complement Ther Med, 2018, 40, 1-7
Diabetes mellitus, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Phytomedicine, Placebo-controlled, Plantago, Plantago ovata, Randomized trial, Metabolic diseases, Constipation
89 Canbulat Sahiner, N.; Demirgoz Bal, M.
A randomized controlled trial examining the effects of reflexology on children with functional constipation
Gastroenterol Nurs, 2017, 40(5), 393-400
Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Manual therapy, Pediatrics, Randomized trial, Reflexology, Constipation
90 Elbasan, B.; Bezgin, S.
The effects of reflexology on constipation and motor functions in children with cerebral palsy
Pediatr Neonatol, 2018, 59(1), 42-47
Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Infections, Poliomyelitis, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Manual therapy, Pediatrics, Randomized trial, Reflexology, Constipation
91 Roncoroni, L.; Bascuñan, K.A.; Doneda, L.; Sericciolo, A.; Lombardo, V.; Branchi, F.; Ferretti, F.; Dell'Osso, B.; Montanari, V.; Bardella, M.T.; Elli, L.
A low FODMAP gluten-free diet improves functional gastrointestinal disorders and overall mental health of celiac disease patients
A randomized controlled trial
Nutrients, 2018, 10, 1023; (1-14)
Diet, Diarrhoeal disorder, Nutrition/diet, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Randomized trial, Irritable bowel syndrome, Metabolic diseases, Constipation, Coeliac disease, FODMAP
92 Hosseini, M.; Salari, R.; Rad, M.A.; Salehi, M.; Birjandi, B.; Salari, M.
Comparing the effects of Psyllium seed on gastroesophageal reflux disease with oral omeprazole in patients with functional constipation
J Evid Based Integr Med, 2018, 23, 1-6
Observational trial, Nutrition/diet, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Heartburn, Constipation
93 Chen, C.-Y.; Lin, X.-X.; Wang, X.
Efficacy of non-invasive auricular acupressure for treating constipation in leukemia patients undergoing chemotherapy
A systematic review
Complement Med Res, 2018, 25(6), 406-412
Acupressure, Acupuncture, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Cancer, Leukaemia, Gastrointestinal tract, Systematic review, Traditional Chinese medicine, Constipation
94 Meng, J.-B.; Jiao, Y.-N.; Zhang, G.; Xu, X.-J.; Ji, C.-L.; Hu, M.-H.; Lai, Z.-Z.; Zhang, M.
Electroacupuncture improves intestinal dysfunction in septic patients
A randomised controlled trial
Biomed Res Int, 2018, Article ID 8293594, (1-9)
Acupuncture, Sepsis, Darm, Diarrhoeal disorder, Electroacupuncture, Infections, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine, Constipation
95 Hosseini, M.; Salari, R.; Rad, M.A.; Salehi, M.; Birjandi, B.; Salari, M.
Comparing the effect of Psyllium seed on gastroesophageal reflux disease with oral omeprazole in patients with functional constipation
J Evid Based Compl Altern Med, 2018, 23, 1-6
Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Phytomedicine, Plantago, Plantago ovata, Randomized trial, Heartburn, Constipation
96 Cevik, K.; Cetinkaya, A.; Yigit Gökbel, K.; Menekse, B.; Saza, S.; Tikiz, C.
The effect of abdominal massage on constipation in the elderly residing in rest homes
Gastroenterol Nurs, 2018, 41(5), 396-402
Observational trial, Geriatrics, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Manual therapy, Massage, Constipation
97 Yue, Y.; Wang, X.; Yang, H.; Sun, M.; Chen, S.; Qian, H.; Xu, T.; Yan, S.
Clinical efficacy of the traditional Chinese herbal formula, (Tong Bian Decoction) on laxative dependence constipation in elderly persons
A randomized, multicenter, controlled trial
Eur J Integr Med, 2018, 24, 23-29
Geriatrics, Chinese medicinal herbs, Clinical research, Kombinationsarzneimittel, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine, Constipation, Tong Bian
98 Zhou, J.; Liu, Y.; Zhou, K.; Liu, B.; Su, T.; Wang, W.; Liu, Z.
Electroacupuncture for women with chronic severe functional constipation
Subgroup analysis of a randomized controlled trial
Biome Res Int, 2019, 2019, 7491281; (1-8)
Acupuncture, Electroacupuncture, Gynaecology, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Gastrointestinal tract, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Constipation