Post-Operative Activity Restriction Duration for Stress Urinary Incontinence
Recruiting in Palo Alto (17 mi)
Overseen ByOz Harmanli, MD
Age: 18+
Sex: Female
Travel: May be covered
Time Reimbursement: Varies
Trial Phase: Academic
Waitlist Available
Sponsor: Yale University
No Placebo Group
Trial Summary
What is the purpose of this trial?The purpose of this study is to compare postoperative outcomes and patient satisfaction between 3 and 6-week postoperative restrictions after a midurethral sling procedure.
Eligibility Criteria
This trial is for ambulatory patients at least 18 years old who are scheduled for midurethral sling surgery to treat stress urinary incontinence. Participants must be able to understand and complete study documents in English or Spanish, and commit to not lifting heavy objects (over 20 lbs) for 6 weeks.Inclusion Criteria
I can walk and am scheduled for a specific surgery to treat stress urinary incontinence.
I am 18 years old or older.
Exclusion Criteria
I cannot read or understand English or Spanish well enough to complete study documents.
I can avoid heavy lifting (20 lbs) for 6 weeks.
I am having surgery for pelvic organ prolapse not including a midurethral sling.
Participant Groups
The study compares two different durations of activity restrictions after midurethral sling surgery: one group will have a 3-week restriction, while the other will have a 6-week restriction. The focus is on postoperative outcomes and patient satisfaction.
2Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: 6-week post-operative activity restrictionExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Participants will be given postoperative instructions which include refraining from lifting anything over 20 pounds, avoiding strenuous exercise, running, or performing high-impact aerobic activities for 6-weeks post operation.
Group II: 3-week post-operative activity restrictionExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Participants will be given postoperative instructions which include refraining from lifting anything over 20 pounds, avoiding strenuous exercise, running, or performing high-impact aerobic activities for 3-weeks post operation.
Find A Clinic Near You
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Yale New Haven HospitalNew Haven, CT
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Who is running the clinical trial?
Yale UniversityLead Sponsor
Boston Scientific CorporationIndustry Sponsor