Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 20 and up

Improving Low Anterior Resection Syndrome with Online Videos

Official title: Developing and Testing the Effect of Online Interactive Videos in Improving Low Anterior Resection Syndrome, Psychological Distress,and Quality of Life

Run by Chang Gung Memorial Hospital · NCT06628674 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing whether online videos that teach exercises can help people with Low Anterior Resection Syndrome feel better after rectal cancer surgery.

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Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages20 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment110 (estimated)
SponsorChang Gung Memorial Hospital
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Taoyuan, 中和區)
StatusRecruiting
StartedNovember 15, 2024
Main results expectedJuly 31, 2027
Study endsJanuary 31, 2028
Registry record updatedMarch 20, 2026
Trial IDNCT06628674 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are patients aged 20 years and older with stage I-III rectal cancer who can communicate in Mandarin or Taiwanese.

Probably not a fit

Patients with recurrent or stage IV rectal cancer may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study focuses on developing and testing the effectiveness of online interactive videos designed to improve symptoms associated with Low Anterior Resection Syndrome (LARS) in patients with rectal cancer. The intervention includes core and pelvic muscle exercises that participants will engage with through these videos. The study aims to assess how these resources can enhance patient outcomes and quality of life post-surgery.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly improve the management of LARS symptoms for rectal cancer patients.

How similar studies have gone: While there may be limited studies specifically on interactive videos for LARS, similar approaches using digital resources for patient education and rehabilitation have shown promise in other areas.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

1. Stage I-III rectal cancer.
2. Patients already know their condition.
3. Aged 20 years and older.
4. Consciously communicate in Mandarin or Taiwanese.
5. Agreed with the interview and had signed the permit.

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Recurrent rectal cancer.
2. Stage IV rectal cancer.

Where it's running

  • Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou
    Taoyuan, 中和區, Taiwan
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.