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New treatment option for Prostate Cancer (Post Prostatectomy)
Official title Effects of Hypopressive Exercises on Urinary Incontinence and Erectile Dysfunction After Radical Prostatectomy
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07101731
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This randomized controlled trial investigates the effects of hypopressive exercises on urinary incontinence and erectile dysfunction in men following radical prostatectomy. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of two groups: a control group receiving home-based pelvic floor muscle exercises and an experimental group receiving both pelvic floor muscle exercises and supervised hypopressive exercises twice per week.
- 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 55 and older, men only
You may be able to join if
- Male individuals diagnosed with prostate cancer who have undergone radical prostatectomy
- Experiencing both urinary incontinence and erectile dysfunction
- Age \> 55 years
- A score of 24 or higher on the Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE)
- Literate (able to read and write)
You likely can't join if
- History of urinary incontinence before surgery
- Congenital abnormalities of the urinary system
- Presence of neurological disorders
- History of transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP)
- Diagnosis of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and/or chronic restrictive pulmonary disease
- History of inguinal hernia
See the full eligibility criteria
- Male individuals diagnosed with prostate cancer who have undergone radical prostatectomy
- Experiencing both urinary incontinence and erectile dysfunction
- Age \> 55 years
- A score of 24 or higher on the Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE)
- Literate (able to read and write)
- Willingness to participate in the study (signed informed consent)
- Ability to voluntarily contract pelvic floor muscles
- Ability to cooperate with the assessments and interventions used in the study
- History of urinary incontinence before surgery
- Congenital abnormalities of the urinary system
- Presence of neurological disorders
- History of transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP)
- Diagnosis of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and/or chronic restrictive pulmonary disease
- History of inguinal hernia
- Previous or current history of radiation therapy
- Surgical or postoperative complications that prevent early physiotherapy intervention (e.g., urinary tract infection, bladder neck stenosis)
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Ankara, Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye)
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 male, 55 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Ankara, Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye). Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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