Examining the link between lumbar disc herniation and urinary incontinence in women

The Relationship Between Low Back Pain and Pelvic Floor Muscle Strength, Urinary

Observational Sanko University · NCT06120517

This study is trying to see if there's a connection between back pain from herniated discs and problems like urinary incontinence in women aged 18-55.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment44 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 55 Years
SexFemale
SponsorSanko University Academic / other
Locations1 site (Gaziantep, Şehitkamil)
Trial IDNCT06120517 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to evaluate the relationship between low back pain and various pelvic floor issues, including muscle strength, urinary incontinence, constipation, and sexual dysfunction in women diagnosed with lumbar disc herniation. The study will involve participants aged 18-55 with specific inclusion criteria, focusing on those with protruded and extruded disc herniation. By utilizing EMG biofeedback, the research seeks to uncover potential correlations that have not been previously explored in the literature.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are women aged 18-55 diagnosed with protruded or extruded lumbar disc herniation and a BMI below 30 kg/m2.

Not a fit: Patients with trauma, tumors, systemic disorders, or those who have undergone surgery for disc herniation may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide insights that improve the management of pelvic floor dysfunction in women with lumbar disc herniation.

How similar studies have performed: This study explores a novel approach, as no previous research has been found that directly investigates the relationship between lumbar disc herniation and urinary incontinence.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Diagnosed with Protruded and Extruded Lumbar Disc Herniation, Those who are between the ages of 18-55, BMI below 30 kg/m2

Exclusion Criteria:

* Trauma, Tumoral Causes - Cancer, Signs of neurological disease, Diabetus Mellitus, Hypertension etc. systemic disorder, Operated Disc Herniation, pregnancy, Those diagnosed with sequestered disc herniation

Where this trial is running

Gaziantep, Şehitkamil

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Lumbar Disc Herniation
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