Constipation After Stroke and Management Techniques

This video explains why constipation can occur after a stroke and presents different strategies to help prevent and manage it.

This video was created by Bianca D’Aliesio, Meng Jia Gu, Olivia Colucci, and Olivia Fiorino, master’s students in physiotherapy. The video was created under the supervision of Claudia Brown, MSc, PT and Marie-Hélène Boudrias, PhD, PT.

Helpful resources:

Video on how to perform the abdominal “I LOVE U” massage: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L1o1bdWOqSo

Stroke Association: Continence Problems After Stroke 
Information about continence problems that can occur after stroke, along with tips to help manage them. 
https://www.stroke.org.uk/stroke/effects/physical/continence-problems 

Southern Pelvic Health: How to Build a Stellar Bowel Routine 
Tips for establishing a regular bowel routine and supporting good bowel health. 
https://www.southernpelvichealth.com/blog/how-to-build-a-stellar-bowel-routine 

Visit the SPOT playlist to see more educational videos about bladder and bowel health after a stroke!
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfMfJihLOASXQY9qklWOCZN2EUWIXkyiB

Please note:
This video provides general educational information and does not replace advice from your healthcare professional.

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References used to create this video:

Stroke Association. (n.d.). Continence problems after stroke. https://www.stroke.org.uk/stroke/effects/physical/continence-problems 

Southern Pelvic Health. (n.d.). How to build a stellar bowel routine. https://www.southernpelvichealth.com/blog/how-to-build-a-stellar-bowel-routine 

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