Biofeedback and osteopathic techniques for treating daytime urinary incontinence in children
The Combined Effect of Biofeedback Training and Osteopathic Procedures for the Treatment of Functional Daytime Urinary Incontinence: a Prospective, Randomized Clinical Trial
This study is testing whether a mix of biofeedback training and osteopathic techniques can help children aged 6 to 16 with daytime urinary incontinence feel better.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 117 (estimated) |
| Ages | 6 Years to 16 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Cairo University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Cairo) |
| Trial ID | NCT05957263 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of biofeedback training combined with osteopathic procedures in treating functional daytime urinary incontinence in children aged 6 to 16. A total of 113 participants will be randomly assigned to one of three groups: one receiving combined therapy, one receiving only biofeedback training, and the last receiving only osteopathic techniques. The intervention will last for 10 weeks, followed by an 8-week follow-up period to assess outcomes using the 24-hour pad test, Pediatric Lower Urinary Tract Symptom Score (PLUTSS), and bladder diary. The study is conducted at Mansoura Urology and Nephrology Hospital, focusing on children with a specific type of urinary incontinence.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are children aged 6 to 16 who have been experiencing functional daytime urinary incontinence for at least six months.
Not a fit: Patients with neurological disorders, previous urinary or bowel surgeries, or those currently on medications that may interfere with the study will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly improve the management and quality of life for children suffering from daytime urinary incontinence.
How similar studies have performed: While the combination of biofeedback and osteopathic techniques is less commonly studied, similar approaches have shown promise in managing urinary incontinence in other populations.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * between 6 and 16 years old * have functional daytime urinary incontinence for at least six months * at least three episodes per week Exclusion Criteria: * neurological disorders, * previous operations on the urinary or bowel system * current use of certain medications that could interfere with study results * pose a risk to the participant's health * severe cognitive impairment or dementia
Where this trial is running
Cairo
- Hany Mohamed Elgohary — Cairo, Egypt (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Hany M Elgohary, PHD
- Email: gohary75pt@hotmail.com
- Phone: 00201093182291
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.