Adapting a digital therapy for overactive bladder in Latina women
Official title: Cultural Adaptation of a Digital Overactive Bladder Behavioral Therapy for the U.S. Latina Population
Funded at Renalis Health INC. · NIH-11008437 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a new app called CeCe that helps Latina women with overactive bladder learn about and manage their symptoms in a way that feels familiar and supportive to their culture, aiming to improve their quality of life.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 1 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Renalis Health INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | September 22, 2024 |
| Project end | September 21, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $306,968 |
| NIH project number | 1R43MD020015-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11008437 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are Latina women experiencing symptoms of overactive bladder.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not identify as Latina or who do not experience symptoms of overactive bladder may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a culturally adapted digital behavioral therapy specifically for Latina women suffering from overactive bladder (OAB). It utilizes a novel app called CeCe, which provides personalized education and coaching to help users understand and manage their OAB symptoms effectively. The approach aims to address health disparities by offering accessible, technology-supported interventions that resonate with the cultural context of the target population. By enhancing awareness and self-management practices, the research seeks to improve the quality of life for these women.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could empower Latina women with the tools and knowledge to better manage their overactive bladder symptoms, leading to improved quality of life.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in culturally adapting health interventions for diverse populations, indicating a promising potential for this approach.
Where this research is happening
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Renalis Health INC.
Chicago, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Chen, Yufan Brandon — Renalis Health INC.
- Study coordinator: Chen, Yufan Brandon
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
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- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.