Methodology of biofeedback for adults with fecal incontinence: a program of care

J Wound Ostomy Continence Nurs. 2001 May;28(3):156-68. doi: 10.1067/mjw.2001.114897.

Abstract

In a previous article we described a nursing assessment for adults with fecal incontinence. This article outlines in detail the program of care, tailored to an individual's assessed needs, that is available in the nurse-led biofeedback service for fecal incontinence at St Mark's Hospital in England. A recent evaluation of this program found that two thirds of patients reported improved fecal continence after receiving care from this service.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Anal Canal
  • Antidiarrheals / therapeutic use
  • Biofeedback, Psychology / methods*
  • Exercise Therapy / methods*
  • Fecal Incontinence / nursing*
  • Fecal Incontinence / rehabilitation*
  • Humans
  • Life Style
  • Patient Education as Topic

Substances

  • Antidiarrheals