Hernia Active Living Trial (HALT): a feasibility study of a physical activity intervention for people with a bowel stoma who have a parastomal hernia/bulge

Abstract Background Parastomal bulging/hernia is a common complication associated with a stoma. Strengthening of the abdominal muscles via exercise may be a useful self-management strategy. The aim of this feasibility work was to address uncertainties around testing a Pilates-based exercise interven...

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Main Authors: Julie Munro, William Goodman, Raymond Oliphant, Sarah Russell, Claire Taylor, Rebecca J. Beeken, Gill Hubbard
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2023-07-01
Series:Pilot and Feasibility Studies
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s40814-023-01329-8