An Osteopathic Approach to Chronic Constipation in Children

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An Osteopathic Approach to Chronic Constipation in Children

Learning Objectives 

At the completion of this educational activity, participants will:

1. Identify the incidence of chronic constipation in the pediatric population.
2. Define the Rome Criteria for chronic constipation in children
3. List risk factors for chronic constipation in children
4. Recognize symptoms which may be a "red flag" for an alternative diagnosis
5. Discuss treatment options and identify osteopathic manipulation treatment options for chronic constipation. 

Disclosure: Dr. Hietanen has no actual or potential conflicts of interest in relation to this program or presentation.

Accreditation Statement:

The New York State Osteopathic Medical Society (NYSOMS)  is accredited by the American Osteopathic Association to provide osteopathic continuing medical education for physicians. NYSOMS designates this program for a maximum of 1 AOA Category 1A CME credits and will report CME credits commensurate with the extent of the physician’s participation.

Grievance Policy:

​Grievances regarding this program or AOA CME credit reporting will be handled on and individual basis. All grievances should be directed in writing to the NYSOMS Executive Director at nysoms@nysoms.org or by mail to NYSOMS, PO BOX 8000, Old Westbury, NY 11568. Grievances that cannot be resolved by NYSOMS will then be sent to the AOA Council on CME , 142 East Ontario Street, Chicago, IL 60611.