Pelvic floor muscle training for women with myotonic dystrophy

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study investigates the feasibility and effects of pelvic floor muscle (PFM) training in women diagnosed with myotonic dystrophy type 1 (DM1) who experience urinary incontinence. The intervention aims to strengthen the pelvic floor muscles, which may alleviate urinary incontinence symptoms that are common in this population. A quasi-experimental design will be employed, involving 12 women with confirmed DM1 and varying types of urinary incontinence. The study seeks to determine both the acceptability of the training and its potential benefits for improving urinary function.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* confirmed medical diagnosis of myotonic dystrophy type 1 (DM1) with adult phenotype
* symptoms of stress, urge or mixed urinary incontinence
* able to give a free and informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

* being pregnant, have given birth by vaginal delivery in the last year or plan to become pregnant in the next six months
* present post-void residual urine ≥ 150 ml
* have medical conditions that may have an impact on the symptoms of urinary incontinence and the response to treatments
* present fecal incontinence (≥ 1/week) or significant prolapse (beyond the hymen)
* have already received physiotherapy treatments in pelvic floor rehabilitation or surgery on the perineum
* have a defibrillator, pacemaker or bladder stimulator

Where it's running

• Clinique des maladies neuromusculaires
  Jonquière, Quebec, Canada Recruiting

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.