Telerehabilitation for Women with Urinary Incontinence

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 evaluates the effectiveness of synchronous and asynchronous telerehabilitation programs for women suffering from urinary incontinence in Greece. Participants will be divided into three groups: one receiving blended telerehabilitation, another undergoing face-to-face sessions with a therapist, and a control group with no supervision. The study aims to improve adherence to pelvic floor muscle training through interactive online platforms. Assessments will occur at baseline, 6 weeks, and 12 weeks, with follow-ups at 6 and 9 months.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Greek women,
* 18-75 years old,
* Diagnosis of Stress Urinary Incontinence (SUI) or Mixed UI (via Urodynamic examination).
* Writing and reading of the Greek language
* Having ease in using synchronous communication platforms (e.g., Zoom) and asynchronous educational videos via smart phones, tablets, computers etc
* Able to voluntarily contract the PFM, during the initial clinical examination.

Exclusion Criteria:

* 6 months after postpartum,
* Systemic diseases
* Malignancy,
* Major gynecological surgery (i.e. total hysterectomy) over the last 10 years,
* Neurological dysfunction,
* Mental impairment

Where it's running

• University of Patras, School of Health Rehabilitation Science, Department of Physiotherapy
  Pátrai, Rion, Achaia, Greece Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Dimitra-Tania Papanikolaou — University of Patras
• Study coordinator: Evdokia Billis, Professor
• Email: billis@upatras.gr
• Phone: 6973047170

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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.