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New treatment option for Overactive Bladder
Official title At-Home Transcutaneous Tibial Nerve Stimulation for Overactive Bladder in Rural Women
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07178314
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study contains a mixed-methods design consisting of a single-arm, interventional study and prospective patient interviews evaluating a novel self-implemented at-home Transcutaneous Tibial Nerve Stimulation (TTNS) treatment protocol for management of treatment naïve overactive bladder (OAB) among rural-dwelling women. This study will be conducted in 3 rural Oregon communities where Oregon Health \& Science University satellite campuses are located.
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Who can take part
Ages 18 and older, women only
You may be able to join if
- Rural residence (as defined by the Federal Office of Rural Health policy confirmed with the "Am I rural?" tool)
- Clinical diagnosis of overactive bladder (OAB) with urinary frequency \>= 8 times per day
- Able to complete questionnaires, urination diaries, and interview in English or Spanish
- Have reliable access to a telephone or email for communication
- Ambulatory and able to use the toilet independently
You likely can't join if
- Unable to consent
- Pregnancy or planning to become pregnant during the study period
- Previous treatment for OAB including medication, intravesical botox, and/or neuromodulation use
- Presence of pacemaker or implantable defibrillator
- Indwelling metal in both ankles
- Presence of leg ulcers, open wounds, or skin conditions affecting lower legs
See the full eligibility criteria
- Rural residence (as defined by the Federal Office of Rural Health policy confirmed with the "Am I rural?" tool)
- Clinical diagnosis of overactive bladder (OAB) with urinary frequency \>= 8 times per day
- Able to complete questionnaires, urination diaries, and interview in English or Spanish
- Have reliable access to a telephone or email for communication
- Ambulatory and able to use the toilet independently
- Unable to consent
- Pregnancy or planning to become pregnant during the study period
- Previous treatment for OAB including medication, intravesical botox, and/or neuromodulation use
- Presence of pacemaker or implantable defibrillator
- Indwelling metal in both ankles
- Presence of leg ulcers, open wounds, or skin conditions affecting lower legs
- Absence of sensation in the lower legs
- Active urinary tract infection
- Predominantly stress urinary incontinence
- Active malignancy
- Neurogenic bladder
- Subjective complaint of pelvic organ prolapse outside of vaginal introitus
- Subjective symptoms of incomplete bladder emptying
- Epilepsy
- Peripheral artery disease affecting both legs
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Portland, Oregon, United States
Compensation & support
Compensation mentioned.
ClinicalTrials.gov doesn't provide a reliable structured field for payment or travel support - confirm details with the study team.
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This study's listing includes signals that participants may be compensated or receive a stipend. Amounts vary and are set by the study team - confirm the details with them.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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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, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Portland, Oregon, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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