The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if a combined exercise and abdominal massage program improves bowel function and daily well-being in children with functional constipation. Researchers will compare this program with standard care by measuring bowel symptoms, rectal size, pelvic floor strength, trunk endurance, and quality of life.
Children aged 5-18 years
Diagnosed with functional constipation according to Rome IV criteria
Voluntary participation with written informed consent obtained from parents or legal guardians
Refusal to participate
Presence of congenital conditions (e.g., Down syndrome, Hirschsprung disease)
Endocrine or metabolic disorders (e.g., hypothyroidism, diabetes mellitus, diabetes insipidus)
Neurological or psychiatric disorders (e.g., spina bifida, cerebral palsy, autism spectrum disorders)
Zeynep Idil Sevimli
Lead sponsor
Fizyofit Pilates Stüdyosu
Sponsor institution