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