Investigating early exercise after pelvic floor surgery
Pelvic Floor Disorders Network Clinical Site
This study is looking at how a special exercise program after pelvic floor surgery can help you recover better and feel stronger, using activity trackers to see how well it works for different people.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Chicago NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10918292 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on the effects of a prescribed early exercise program following pelvic floor surgery, aiming to enhance recovery and minimize deconditioning. The study will utilize accelerometer data to quantitatively assess the impact of this exercise regimen on recovery and pelvic floor symptoms. By leveraging a diverse patient population and a multidisciplinary team, the research seeks to ensure equitable participation and outcomes. The approach is innovative as it combines exercise physiology with postoperative care to improve patient recovery experiences.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults who are scheduled to undergo pelvic floor surgery and are interested in participating in a structured postoperative exercise program.
Not a fit: Patients who are not undergoing pelvic floor surgery or those with contraindications to exercise may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved recovery times and better pelvic floor health outcomes for patients undergoing surgery.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using exercise interventions for recovery in surgical patients, making this approach both relevant and potentially impactful.
Where this research is happening
Chicago, United States
- University of Chicago — Chicago, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kenton, Kimberly Sue — University of Chicago
- Study coordinator: Kenton, Kimberly Sue
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.