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Digital stimulation

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Digital rectal stimulation, Rectal touch, A bowel technique in which a gloved and lubricated finger is gently inserted into the anus and moved in circular motions along the walls of the rectum to trigger a reflex that causes rectal contractions and loosening of the anal sphincters to allow emptying.

Synonyms:
Digital rectal stimulation, Rectal touch
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Alternative Meanings:
  • digital stimulation (DRS)
    A bowel emptying technique in which a gloved and lubricated finger is inserted into the anus and gently touches the walls of the rectum in a circular motion. This triggers a reflex that causes rectal contractions and loosening of the anal sphincters.
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