Position Changes During Colonoscope Insertion Increases Patient Comfort

Position Changes During Colonoscope Insertion Increases Patient Comfort: a Prospective Trial

The investigators wish to study the effects of position changes during colonoscope insertion on patient comfort. The investigators hypothesize that early position changes would reduce colonoscope loop formation and patient discomfort.

Inclusion Criteria:

• age 19 years or older
• outpatient colonoscopy

Exclusion Criteria:

• inpatient
• unable to provide informed consent
• previous bowel resection, inflammatory bowel disease
• musculoskeletal disorder or other mobility issues limiting effective patient position changes.
• inadequate bowel preparation