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New treatment option for Stress Urinary Incontinence
Official title Optimized Acupuncture Treatment for Female Stress Urinary Incontinence
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05635669
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This multicenter randomized controlled trial is designed to explore a relatively suitable application of acupoint combinations and to provide certain clinical evidence for the optimization of acupuncture treatment of female SUI.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 40 to 75, women only
You may be able to join if
- Patients with mild to moderate SUI mentioned in the diagnostic criteria above;
- Aged 40～75 years;
- Sign the informed consent.
You likely can't join if
- Other types of urinary incontinence (urgent, overflow or mixed).
- History of urinary incontinence surgery or pelvic floor surgery;
- Pelvic organ prolapse ≥ stage II;
- Symptomatic urinary tract infection;
- Residual urine volume \> 30 mL;
- Maximum urinary flow rate \< 20ml/s.
See the full eligibility criteria
- Patients with mild to moderate SUI mentioned in the diagnostic criteria above;
- Aged 40～75 years;
- Sign the informed consent.
- Other types of urinary incontinence (urgent, overflow or mixed).
- History of urinary incontinence surgery or pelvic floor surgery;
- Pelvic organ prolapse ≥ stage II;
- Symptomatic urinary tract infection;
- Residual urine volume \> 30 mL;
- Maximum urinary flow rate \< 20ml/s.
- Limitation of movement (walk and/or run and/or climb stairs);
- Patients who have been using drugs that may affect bladder function or receiving SUI specialized treatment;
- Severe cardiovascular, cerebral, liver, kidney and hematopoietic system disease, mental disorders, diabetes, multiple system atrophy, cauda equina neuropathy and spinal cord disease;
- Pregnancy or lactation period.
- With cardiac pacemaker, acupuncture phobia or metal allergies;
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Shanghai, China
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling female, 40 years to 75 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Shanghai, China. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.