Kegel exercises after TURP for enlarged prostate
Part of Kidney & urinary clinical trials.
This trial tests whether Kegel exercises (pelvic floor muscle exercises) help men recover better after TURP surgery for an enlarged prostate. It may improve bladder control and quality of life after the procedure.
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Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with an enlarged prostate (BPH) and are scheduled for TURP surgery.
- You are between 45 and 65 years old.
- You can understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
- You do not have prostate cancer.
- You do not have a chronic cough, chronic bronchitis, or asthma.
- You are not having cognitive issues (like memory or thinking problems).
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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