Shock wave therapy vs. Kegel exercises for stress urinary incontinence
Part of Kidney & urinary, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study compares a non-invasive shock wave treatment to Kegel exercises for women with stress urinary incontinence (leaking urine when you cough, sneeze, or exercise). The goal is to see which approach works better and helps you regain bladder control without surgery.
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Who can take part
- You are a married woman.
- You have been diagnosed with stress urinary incontinence (leaking urine with coughing, sneezing, or physical activity).
- You are willing and able to do Kegel exercises and come to follow-up visits.
- You are not pregnant and have not given birth in the last 6 months.
- You do not have a current urinary tract infection, a bleeding disorder, or a neurological condition like multiple sclerosis or stroke.
Quick eligibility check
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