Improving access to incontinence care for older adults
Research and Mentoring Program in Improving Access to Incontinence Care for Older Adults
This study is all about finding better ways to help older adults who have trouble with their bladder, making sure they get the care they need and feel better overall.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Alabama at Birmingham NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Birmingham, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10894691 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing access to care for older adults experiencing lower urinary tract symptoms and urinary incontinence. Led by Dr. Alayne Markland at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, the program aims to develop new care models and improve patient-reported outcomes. The approach includes mentoring early-stage clinical investigators and advancing evidence-based guidelines for treatment. By addressing the intersection of aging syndromes and urinary issues, the research seeks to provide better care for affected individuals.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are older adults experiencing lower urinary tract symptoms or urinary incontinence.
Not a fit: Patients who are not experiencing urinary tract symptoms or incontinence may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatment options and better quality of life for older adults suffering from incontinence.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in improving access to care and treatment outcomes for similar conditions, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
Birmingham, United States
- University of Alabama at Birmingham — Birmingham, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Markland, Alayne Denise — University of Alabama at Birmingham
- Study coordinator: Markland, Alayne Denise
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.