Exercise for older men with urinary problems
Part of Kidney & urinary clinical trials.
This study tests whether a special exercise program can help older men with urinary symptoms from an enlarged prostate. You'll either exercise at home with a heart rate monitor or receive health education for 6 months.
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Who can take part
- You are a man age 60 or older.
- You have moderate to severe urinary symptoms (like needing to go often, suddenly, or a weak stream) for at least the past month.
- You are inactive (not exercising more than once a week for over an hour).
- You can walk 400 meters (about a quarter mile) without stopping or leaning, using a cane if needed.
- You have a smartphone (iPhone or Android) and can use a heart rate app.
- You have not had prostate surgery or certain other health conditions like serious heart problems, recent stroke, or bladder infections.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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