Pelvic floor function and movement in kids with defecation disorders

Is this trial a fit for you?

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

What this trial studies

This observational study will examine how pelvic floor function (measured with surface electromyography and the Kelly Continence Score) relates to gait parameters, plantar pressure distribution, static balance, functional capacity, and health-related quality of life in children aged 6–18 with defecation disorders. Participants will undergo baseline assessments including demographic data, Rome IV criteria confirmation, and standardized tests for each outcome. Relationships between pelvic floor function and physical and quality-of-life measures will be analyzed to understand their connections in pediatric defecation disorders.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Being between 6 and 18 years of age
* Diagnosed with a defecation disorder by a pediatric surgeon according to Rome IV clinical criteria
* Having a history of constipation or fecal incontinence lasting at least 3 months
* Cognitive and auditory abilities sufficient to understand and follow simple verbal commands
* Written consent provided by the child's parent or legal guardian

Exclusion Criteria:

* Having orthopedic or neurological conditions that would impair lower extremity movements or walking
* History of surgery within the last 6 months
* History of neurological disorders (e.g., cerebral palsy, epilepsy, neuromuscular diseases)
* Having visual or hearing impairments severe enough to prevent participation in the study

Where it's running

• Ege University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Pediatric Surgery
  Izmir, Turkey (Türkiye) Recruiting
• Ege University
  Izmir, Bornova, Turkey (Türkiye) Not yet recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Ayşe KAYALI VATANSEVER, Asst. Prof. Dr. — Bakırçay University
• Study coordinator: Ayşe KAYALI VATANSEVER, Asst. Prof. Dr.
• Email: ayse.vatansever@bakircay.edu.tr
• Phone: +905529382360

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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.