Urinary IncontinenceNCT04991675
Diaphragmatic Breathing Exercises on Urinary Incontinence
A study testing pelvic floor muscle exercises and diaphragmatic breathing exercises in people with Urinary Incontinence, run by selva sen at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
Trial summary
The main aim of this pilot study was to examine the effect of diaphragmatic breathing exercise on urinary incontinence treatment. The secondary purpose was to compare the effect of pelvic floor muscle exercises and diaphragmatic breathing exercises on urinary incontinence women. Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 19 to 45 years, women only
- Conditions the study is for
- Urinary Incontinence
- What is being tested?
- pelvic floor muscle exercises and diaphragmatic breathing exercises
- Type of treatment
- Lifestyle or therapy programme
- Could I receive a placebo?
- No, everyone receives an active treatment
- How many people
- 40 participants
- Where
- 1 siteTurkey (Türkiye)
- Study dates
- 1 Dec 2018to 1 Jun 2019
- Phase
- Interventional
- Are there results?
- None posted in the registry
Key requirements
Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.
- Ages 19 to 45 years
- Women only
- No healthy volunteers
- Adult
Who may be able to join
- Clinical diagnosis of urinary incontinence
- Urinary leakage at least 3 months
- Not received physiotherapy before
Who cannot join
- Pregnancy
- Postpartum period (6 weeks after delivery)
- Detrusor hyperreflexia
- Menopause
- Hormonal therapy
- Active vaginal lesion or infection
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- Urinary infection
- Prior pelvic surgery
- Organ prolapse
- Chronic pelvic pain
- Sexual disorders
- Neurological problem
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country.
About this study
Official title: The Role of Diaphragmatic Breathing Exercise on Urinary Incontinence Treatment: A Pilot Study
The main aim of this pilot study was to examine the effect of diaphragmatic breathing exercise on urinary incontinence treatment. The secondary purpose was to compare the effect of pelvic floor muscle exercises and diaphragmatic breathing exercises on urinary incontinence women.
Design: Participants were randomized into two groups: pelvic floor muscle exercises (Group PFM n=20) and diaphragmatic breathing exercises (Group DB n=20). Exercise programs consisted of 1 set of contractions per day and each set included 30 repetitions for 6 weeks. Women were asked to complete forms of Incontinence Impact Questionnaire (IIQ-7) and the Urogenital Distress Inventory (UDI-6), Incontinence Quality of Life (I-QOL), and Overactive Bladder (OAB-V3) before starting the program and again at the end of the 6-week program. Changes from baseline were compared in both groups and between the two groups.
Read the detailed description
Urinary incontinence (UI) is a chronic condition with involuntary urine loss. Urgency urinary incontinence (UUI) is a complaint of involuntary loss of urine associated with urgency; stress urinary incontinence (SUI) is a complaint of involuntary urine leaks out on effort or physical exertion including sporting activities, or on sneezing or coughing. In the mixed type of urinary incontinence (MUI) complaints coexist both in stress and urgency.
Although urinary incontinence is not a life-threatening condition, the feeling of discomfort caused by constant wetness, irritation, and the fear of odor affects the daily and social activities of in patients.
The abdominal-pelvic cavity contains most of the internal organs, is bounded by the diaphragm above, abdominal muscles anterior and lateral, thoracolumbar fascia and dorsal muscles in the back, and pelvic floor in the lower part. The respiratory diaphragm forms the roof of the abdomina-pelvic cavity and the pelvic floor forms the base. The diaphragm is the main respiratory muscle, connected to the pelvic floor via the transversalis fascia. The pelvic floor supports internal organs, as well as constrictor and continence mechanisms of the urethral, anal and vaginal orifices in females.
Musculofascial support is provided by the pelvic floor forms a hammock onto which the urethra is compressed during increases in intra-abdominal pressure. When intraabdominal pressure increases, intra-abdominal contents downward momentum is arrested by stretch resistance of the pelvic floor structures. At this time, the proximal intraabdominal portion of the urethra is compressed against the underlying supporting layer, which consists of the endopelvic fascia, vagina, and pelvic floor.
Pelvic floor muscle (PFM) exercises, defined by Arnold H. Kegel, aims to regain support to the urinary organs by actively functioning the pelvic floor muscles. Previous researches show that PFM exercises are an effective treatment for UI and improve the quality of life (Qol) of in women. It is currently used as the first choice in conservative treatment of incontinence. However, PFM exercises may be encountered with some difficulties in order to understanding and performing by patients.
Talas et al. showed that the pelvic floor moves in the craniocaudal direction parallel to the diaphragm during respiration. In this study, they suggested that during expiration, the pelvic floor muscles contract together with the abdominal muscles, pushing the abdominal organs up, pushing the intra-abdominal pressure (IAP) to towards the diaphragm.
In this study, the investigators hypothesized that the patients can improve pelvic floor function by performing DB exercises, indirectly via the facial and functional connection between the diaphragm and PFM, and incontinence could be reduced.
- Conditions
- Urinary Incontinence
- Being tested
- pelvic floor muscle exercises, diaphragmatic breathing exercises
- Keywords
- Diaphragmatic breathing exercise, Pelvic floor muscles exercises, Kegel exercise, Urinary incontinence, Physiotherapy
- Medical subject headings
- Urinary Incontinence
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
pelvic floor muscle exercisesBehavioural
During the first visit, the anatomy of the pelvic floor and the purpose of the program were explained. Exercises were taught in the supine position, as described by Kegel (1948), it was confirmed that the women learned to use the correct muscles with vaginal palpation. During the exercise, the participants were informed not to pull the abdomen inwards, not to tighten their legs and hip muscles, and not move their pelvis.
diaphragmatic breathing exercisesBehavioural
During the first visit, the anatomy of the diaphragm and abdominal wall and the purpose of the program were explained. Diaphragmatic breathing exercise was taught in supine position. The movement of the symphysis pubis was examined to confirm that the pelvic floors' movement was also involved breathing. Abdominal palpation was used to elicit unawareness of the diaphragmatic breathing and to assess whether contractions were performed correctly.
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| pelvic floor muscle exercises | Active comparator | Exercises were taught in the supine position, as described by Kegel (1948), and it was confirmed that the women learned to use the correct muscles with vaginal palpation. During the exercise, the participants were informed not to pull the abdomen inwards, not to tighten their legs and hip muscles, and not move their pelvis. Receives: Behavioral: pelvic floor muscle exercises |
| diaphragmatic breathing exercises | Active comparator | Diaphragmatic breathing exercise was taught in supine position. The movement of the symphysis pubis was examined to confirm that the pelvic floors' movement was also involved breathing. Abdominal palpation was used to elicit unawareness of the diaphragmatic breathing and to assess whether contractions were performed correctly. Receives: Behavioral: diaphragmatic breathing exercises |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Change from baseline Incontinence Impact Questionnaire (IIQ-7) scores of women who performed diaphragmatic breathing exercises at 6 weeks
The Incontinence Impact Questionnaire (IIQ-7) is used to analyze the impact of UI on various activities and emotional states. Responses were on a 4-step ordered category scale from "not at all" to "greatly". Women were asked to complete those forms before starting the diaphragmatic breathing exercises and again at the end of the 6-week program.
Measured: 6 weeks
Change from baseline the Urogenital Distress Inventory (UDI-6) scores of women who performed diaphragmatic breathing exercises at 6 weeks
The Urogenital Distress Inventory (UDI-6) is used to analyze the impact of UI on various activities and emotional states. Responses were on a 4-step ordered category scale from "not at all" to "greatly". Questions 1 and 2 of UDI-6 are directed to irritative symptoms, questions 3 and 4 address stress symptoms, others address obstructive or voiding symptoms. Women were asked to complete those forms before starting the diaphragmatic breathing exercises and again at the end of the 6-week program.
Measured: 6 weeks
Change from baseline The Incontinence Quality of Life (I-QOL) scores of women who performed diaphragmatic breathing exercises at 6 weeks
The Incontinence Quality of Life (I-QOL) contains 22 items, on a 6 point Likert scale ranging from 0 (none) to 5 (very great deal), about limiting behaviors and social life impacts, low scores indicate poorer QoL. Women were asked to complete those forms before starting the diaphragmatic breathing exercises and again at the end of the 6-week program.
Measured: 6 weeks
Change from baseline Overactive Bladder (OAB-V3) scores of women who performed diaphragmatic breathing exercises at 6 weeks
Overactive Bladder (OAB-V3) questionnaire consists of 8 questions about how bothered one is by symptoms of urinary urgency, urinary frequency, nocturia, ranging from never (0) to always (5). Women were asked to complete those forms before starting the diaphragmatic breathing exercises and again at the end of the 6-week program.
Measured: 6 weeks
Secondary outcomes (4)
Change from baseline Incontinence Impact Questionnaire (IIQ-7) scores of women who performed pelvic floor exercises at 6 weeks.
The Incontinence Impact Questionnaire (IIQ-7) is used to analyze the impact of UI on various activities and emotional states. Responses were on a 4-step ordered category scale from "not at all" to "greatly". Women were asked to complete those forms before starting the pelvic floor exercises and again at the end of the 6-week program.
Measured: 6 weeks
Change from baseline Urogenital Distress Inventory (UDI-6) scores of women who performed pelvic floor exercises at 6 weeks.
The Urogenital Distress Inventory (UDI-6) is used to analyze the impact of UI on various activities and emotional states. Responses were on a 4-step ordered category scale from "not at all" to "greatly". Questions 1 and 2 of UDI-6 are directed to irritative symptoms, questions 3 and 4 address stress symptoms, others address obstructive or voiding symptoms. Women were asked to complete those forms before starting the pelvic floor exercises and again at the end of the 6-week program.
Measured: 6 weeks
Change from baseline Incontinence Quality of Life (I-QOL) scores of women who performed pelvic floor exercises at 6 weeks.
The Incontinence Quality of Life (I-QOL) contains 22 items, on a 6 point Likert scale ranging from 0 (none) to 5 (very great deal), about limiting behaviors and social life impacts, low scores indicate poorer QoL. Women were asked to complete those forms before starting the pelvic floor exercises and again at the end of the 6-week program.
Measured: 6 weeks
Change from baseline Overactive Bladder (OAB-V3) scores of women who performed pelvic floor exercises at 6 weeks.
Overactive Bladder (OAB-V3) questionnaire consists of 8 questions about how bothered one is by symptoms of urinary urgency, urinary frequency, nocturia, ranging from never (0) to always (5). Women were asked to complete those forms before starting the pelvic floor exercises and again at the end of the 6-week program.
Measured: 6 weeks
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted5 Aug 2021
- Study start1 Dec 2018
- Primary completion16 Jan 2019
- Study completion1 Jun 2019
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Publications (2)Papers the sponsor has linked to this study.
- Other trials for Urinary IncontinenceStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
More details
For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.
Study design
- Study type
- Interventional
- Phase
- Phase N/A
- Primary purpose
- Supportive care
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Model description
- Participants were randomized into two groups: pelvic floor muscle exercises (Group PFM n=20) and diaphragmatic breathing exercises (Group DB n=20). Exercise programs consisted of 1 set of contractions per day and each set included 30 repetitions for 6 weeks. Women were asked to complete forms of Incontinence Impact Questionnaire (IIQ-7) and the Urogenital Distress Inventory (UDI-6), Incontinence Quality of Life (I-QOL), and Overactive Bladder (OAB-V3) before starting the program and again at the end of the 6-week program. Changes from baseline were compared in both groups and between the two groups.
- Masking
- None (open label)
- Enrolment
- 40 participants (actual)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- selva sen
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Sponsor-investigator, selva sen, Istanbul Medipol University Hospital
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT04991675
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- 126
- Status last verified
- Jul 2021
- First submitted
- 2 Jul 2021
- Last updated
- 5 Aug 2021
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- No
Publications
Hay-Smith EJC, Starzec-Proserpio M, Moller B, Aldabe D, Cacciari L, Pitangui ACR, Vesentini G, Woodley SJ, Dumoulin C, Frawley HC, Jorge CH, Morin M, Wallace SA, Weatherall M. Comparisons of approaches to pelvic floor muscle training for urinary incontinence in women. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2024 Dec 20;12(12):CD009508. doi: 10.1002/14651858.CD009508.pub2.
PubMed 39704322Toprak N, Sen S, Varhan B. The role of diaphragmatic breathing exercise on urinary incontinence treatment: A pilot study. J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2022 Jan;29:146-153. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2021.10.002. Epub 2021 Oct 20.
PubMed 35248263
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 5 Aug 2021. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- The Role of Diaphragmatic Breathing Exercise on Urinary Incontinence Treatment: A Pilot Study
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT04991675
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- 126
- Conditions
- Urinary Incontinence
- Keywords
- Diaphragmatic breathing exercise, Pelvic floor muscles exercises, Kegel exercise, Urinary incontinence, Physiotherapy
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Completed
- Enrolment
- 40 participants (actual)
- Lead sponsor
- selva senUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 1 Dec 2018 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 16 Jan 2019 (actual)
- Study completion
- 1 Jun 2019 (actual)
- First posted
- 5 Aug 2021 (actual)
- Results
- Not posted in the source record
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
The main aim of this pilot study was to examine the effect of diaphragmatic breathing exercise on urinary incontinence treatment. The secondary purpose was to compare the effect of pelvic floor muscle exercises and diaphragmatic breathing exercises on urinary incontinence women.
Design: Participants were randomized into two groups: pelvic floor muscle exercises (Group PFM n=20) and diaphragmatic breathing exercises (Group DB n=20). Exercise programs consisted of 1 set of contractions per day and each set included 30 repetitions for 6 weeks. Women were asked to complete forms of Incontinence Impact Questionnaire (IIQ-7) and the Urogenital Distress Inventory (UDI-6), Incontinence Quality of Life (I-QOL), and Overactive Bladder (OAB-V3) before starting the program and again at the end of the 6-week program. Changes from baseline were compared in both groups and between the two groups.
Detailed description
Urinary incontinence (UI) is a chronic condition with involuntary urine loss. Urgency urinary incontinence (UUI) is a complaint of involuntary loss of urine associated with urgency; stress urinary incontinence (SUI) is a complaint of involuntary urine leaks out on effort or physical exertion including sporting activities, or on sneezing or coughing. In the mixed type of urinary incontinence (MUI) complaints coexist both in stress and urgency.
Although urinary incontinence is not a life-threatening condition, the feeling of discomfort caused by constant wetness, irritation, and the fear of odor affects the daily and social activities of in patients.
The abdominal-pelvic cavity contains most of the internal organs, is bounded by the diaphragm above, abdominal muscles anterior and lateral, thoracolumbar fascia and dorsal muscles in the back, and pelvic floor in the lower part. The respiratory diaphragm forms the roof of the abdomina-pelvic cavity and the pelvic floor forms the base. The diaphragm is the main respiratory muscle, connected to the pelvic floor via the transversalis fascia. The pelvic floor supports internal organs, as well as constrictor and continence mechanisms of the urethral, anal and vaginal orifices in females.
Musculofascial support is provided by the pelvic floor forms a hammock onto which the urethra is compressed during increases in intra-abdominal pressure. When intraabdominal pressure increases, intra-abdominal contents downward momentum is arrested by stretch resistance of the pelvic floor structures. At this time, the proximal intraabdominal portion of the urethra is compressed against the underlying supporting layer, which consists of the endopelvic fascia, vagina, and pelvic floor.
Pelvic floor muscle (PFM) exercises, defined by Arnold H. Kegel, aims to regain support to the urinary organs by actively functioning the pelvic floor muscles. Previous researches show that PFM exercises are an effective treatment for UI and improve the quality of life (Qol) of in women. It is currently used as the first choice in conservative treatment of incontinence. However, PFM exercises may be encountered with some difficulties in order to understanding and performing by patients.
Talas et al. showed that the pelvic floor moves in the craniocaudal direction parallel to the diaphragm during respiration. In this study, they suggested that during expiration, the pelvic floor muscles contract together with the abdominal muscles, pushing the abdominal organs up, pushing the intra-abdominal pressure (IAP) to towards the diaphragm.
In this study, the investigators hypothesized that the patients can improve pelvic floor function by performing DB exercises, indirectly via the facial and functional connection between the diaphragm and PFM, and incontinence could be reduced.
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Supportive care
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- None (open label)
- Number of arms
- 2
- Model description
- Participants were randomized into two groups: pelvic floor muscle exercises (Group PFM n=20) and diaphragmatic breathing exercises (Group DB n=20). Exercise programs consisted of 1 set of contractions per day and each set included 30 repetitions for 6 weeks. Women were asked to complete forms of Incontinence Impact Questionnaire (IIQ-7) and the Urogenital Distress Inventory (UDI-6), Incontinence Quality of Life (I-QOL), and Overactive Bladder (OAB-V3) before starting the program and again at the end of the 6-week program. Changes from baseline were compared in both groups and between the two groups.
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| pelvic floor muscle exercises | Active comparator | Behavioral: pelvic floor muscle exercisesExercises were taught in the supine position, as described by Kegel (1948), and it was confirmed that the women learned to use the correct muscles with vaginal palpation. During the exercise, the participants were informed not to pull the abdomen inwards, not to tighten their legs and hip muscles, and not move their pelvis. |
| diaphragmatic breathing exercises | Active comparator | Behavioral: diaphragmatic breathing exercisesDiaphragmatic breathing exercise was taught in supine position. The movement of the symphysis pubis was examined to confirm that the pelvic floors' movement was also involved breathing. Abdominal palpation was used to elicit unawareness of the diaphragmatic breathing and to assess whether contractions were performed correctly. |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 19 to 45 years
- Sex
- Female only
- Healthy volunteers
- Not accepted
- Age groups
- Adult
Key inclusion criteria (3 listed)
- Clinical diagnosis of urinary incontinence
- Urinary leakage at least 3 months
- Not received physiotherapy before
Key exclusion criteria (12 listed)
- Pregnancy
- Postpartum period (6 weeks after delivery)
- Detrusor hyperreflexia
- Menopause
- Hormonal therapy
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Interventions
| Intervention | Type | Arms |
|---|---|---|
| pelvic floor muscle exercisesDuring the first visit, the anatomy of the pelvic floor and the purpose of the program were explained. Exercises were taught in the supine position, as described by Kegel (1948), it was confirmed that the women learned to use the correct muscles with vaginal palpation. During the exercise, the participants were informed not to pull the abdomen inwards, not to tighten their legs and hip muscles, and not move their pelvis. | Behavioural | pelvic floor muscle exercises |
| diaphragmatic breathing exercisesDuring the first visit, the anatomy of the diaphragm and abdominal wall and the purpose of the program were explained. Diaphragmatic breathing exercise was taught in supine position. The movement of the symphysis pubis was examined to confirm that the pelvic floors' movement was also involved breathing. Abdominal palpation was used to elicit unawareness of the diaphragmatic breathing and to assess whether contractions were performed correctly. | Behavioural | diaphragmatic breathing exercises |
Primary outcome
Change from baseline Incontinence Impact Questionnaire (IIQ-7) scores of women who performed diaphragmatic breathing exercises at 6 weeks
Time frame: 6 weeks
The Incontinence Impact Questionnaire (IIQ-7) is used to analyze the impact of UI on various activities and emotional states. Responses were on a 4-step ordered category scale from "not at all" to "greatly". Women were asked to complete those forms before starting the diaphragmatic breathing exercises and again at the end of the 6-week program.
Change from baseline the Urogenital Distress Inventory (UDI-6) scores of women who performed diaphragmatic breathing exercises at 6 weeks
Time frame: 6 weeks
The Urogenital Distress Inventory (UDI-6) is used to analyze the impact of UI on various activities and emotional states. Responses were on a 4-step ordered category scale from "not at all" to "greatly". Questions 1 and 2 of UDI-6 are directed to irritative symptoms, questions 3 and 4 address stress symptoms, others address obstructive or voiding symptoms. Women were asked to complete those forms before starting the diaphragmatic breathing exercises and again at the end of the 6-week program.
Change from baseline The Incontinence Quality of Life (I-QOL) scores of women who performed diaphragmatic breathing exercises at 6 weeks
Time frame: 6 weeks
The Incontinence Quality of Life (I-QOL) contains 22 items, on a 6 point Likert scale ranging from 0 (none) to 5 (very great deal), about limiting behaviors and social life impacts, low scores indicate poorer QoL. Women were asked to complete those forms before starting the diaphragmatic breathing exercises and again at the end of the 6-week program.
Change from baseline Overactive Bladder (OAB-V3) scores of women who performed diaphragmatic breathing exercises at 6 weeks
Time frame: 6 weeks
Overactive Bladder (OAB-V3) questionnaire consists of 8 questions about how bothered one is by symptoms of urinary urgency, urinary frequency, nocturia, ranging from never (0) to always (5). Women were asked to complete those forms before starting the diaphragmatic breathing exercises and again at the end of the 6-week program.
4 secondary outcomes
Change from baseline Incontinence Impact Questionnaire (IIQ-7) scores of women who performed pelvic floor exercises at 6 weeks.
Time frame: 6 weeks
Change from baseline Urogenital Distress Inventory (UDI-6) scores of women who performed pelvic floor exercises at 6 weeks.
Time frame: 6 weeks
Change from baseline Incontinence Quality of Life (I-QOL) scores of women who performed pelvic floor exercises at 6 weeks.
Time frame: 6 weeks
Change from baseline Overactive Bladder (OAB-V3) scores of women who performed pelvic floor exercises at 6 weeks.
Time frame: 6 weeks
Results and safety
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 5 Aug 2021.
- Derived from this study: PubMed 39704322Hay-Smith EJC, Starzec-Proserpio M, Moller B, Aldabe D, Cacciari L, Pitangui ACR, Vesentini G, Woodley SJ, Dumoulin C, Frawley HC, Jorge CH, Morin M, Wallace SA, Weatherall M. Comparisons of approaches to pelvic floor muscle training for urinary incontinence in women. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2024 Dec 20;12(12):CD009508. doi: 10.1002/14651858.CD009508.pub2.
- Derived from this study: PubMed 35248263Toprak N, Sen S, Varhan B. The role of diaphragmatic breathing exercise on urinary incontinence treatment: A pilot study. J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2022 Jan;29:146-153. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2021.10.002. Epub 2021 Oct 20.
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: No
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Referral and contact
AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals. Contact the study team or a site listed below; they decide who can take part. This study is not recruiting at the moment.
The record lists no contact. Use the official record to reach the sponsor.
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Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
A study testing pelvic floor muscle exercises and diaphragmatic breathing exercises in people with Urinary Incontinence, run by selva sen at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.
Who may be eligible to take part?
The sponsor lists 3 inclusion and 12 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.
Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?
The record says: finished, as of the sponsor's last update on 5 Aug 2021. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
Where is the study taking place?
The record lists 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye). Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.
What are the possible benefits and risks?
They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.
Are results available for this study?
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
Change from baseline Incontinence Impact Questionnaire (IIQ-7) scores of women who performed diaphragmatic breathing exercises at 6 weeks (time frame: 6 weeks). The study lists 4 primary outcomes in all. It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
On the ClinicalTrials.gov record for NCT04991675, which also lists 2 linked publications.
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?
No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.
How often is this information updated?
AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 5 Aug 2021.