Effects of skin stimulation with noninvasive microcones on constipation in university students
10.14442/generalist.37.260
- VernacularTitle:非侵襲性の微細突起による皮膚刺激が大学生の便秘に及ぼす影響
- Author:
Kenta Sawazaki
;
Hidetoshi Hoshikawa
;
Shogo Miyazaki
;
Yoshito Mukaino
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- From:An Official Journal of the Japan Primary Care Association
2014;37(3):260-264
- CountryJapan
- Language:Japanese
-
Abstract:
Introduction : We investigated the effects of skin stimulation with noninvasive microcones on constipation in university students.
Methods : 17 university students with constipation were studied. Students were randomly assigned to either Group S (n=9) that received skin stimulation of the auricle using microcones, or Group P (n=8) that were given placebo treatment. Both groups received 4 weeks of treatment.
Results : There were no significant differences in the mean baseline CAS-J (Japanese Version of Constipation Assessment Scale) values between the two groups. After 4 weeks, subjects in Group S had significantly lower CAS-J values compared with baseline (P=0.02). No significant changes were noted in the values for Group P.
Conclusion : These results suggested that skin stimulation with noninvasive microcones improved constipation in university students, and may be a viable option for self-care of this condition.
