Improving care for women with urinary incontinence
Empowering Women and Providers for Improved Care of Urinary Incontinence : EMPOWER Study
This study is all about helping women with urinary incontinence by making it easier for them to get the care they need, with tools like a mobile chatbot for self-help and better training for doctors.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University Hospitals of Cleveland NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Cleveland, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10764257 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the care provided to women suffering from urinary incontinence (UI), a condition affecting over 50% of women. It aims to empower both patients and healthcare providers through a multi-faceted approach that includes large-scale screening, patient education, and the use of a mobile chatbot for self-management. The study will also provide training for providers and streamline referral processes to ensure better diagnosis and treatment in primary care settings. By addressing barriers at the patient, provider, and system levels, the research seeks to improve the overall management of UI.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are women experiencing urinary incontinence who seek better management options.
Not a fit: Patients who do not experience urinary incontinence or those who are not seeking treatment for this condition may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved diagnosis and management of urinary incontinence, significantly enhancing the quality of life for affected women.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success in implementing patient-centered approaches for managing urinary incontinence, indicating that this integrated strategy has the potential for positive outcomes.
Where this research is happening
Cleveland, United States
- University Hospitals of Cleveland — Cleveland, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hijaz, Adonis K — University Hospitals of Cleveland
- Study coordinator: Hijaz, Adonis K
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.