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Exercise for Urge Urinary Incontinence (MOVEONUP Trial)

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Recruiting

Led By Uduak U Andy, MD

Research Sponsored by University of Pennsylvania

Eligibility Criteria Checklist

Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial

Must have

Living independently in the community

Not planning to initiate new UI or overactive bladder (OAB) treatment during the study duration

Must not have

Pelvic organ prolapse passed the hymen (per patient report)

Non-ambulatory

Timeline

Screening 3 weeks

Treatment Varies

Follow Up 12 months

Awards & highlights

No Placebo-Only Group

Summary

This trial will compare the effects of a multi-dimensional falls prevention intervention versus informational booklets in reducing falls in older women with Urinary Urge Incontinence.

Who is the study for?

The MoVEonUp trial is for women aged 70 or older who live independently, can consent and communicate in English, are not very physically active, and have moderate to severe urge-predominant urinary incontinence. They should be able to participate in an exercise program without harming their health as confirmed by a doctor.

What is being tested?

This study tests if exercises that improve balance and strength combined with bladder training can reduce falls in older women with Urinary Urge Incontinence. Participants will either join the exercise group or receive educational booklets on fall prevention.

What are the potential side effects?

Since this trial involves physical exercises and behavioral techniques rather than medication, side effects may include muscle soreness or fatigue from the activities. Any other adverse effects would likely be minimal.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

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I live on my own and manage my daily activities.

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I am not planning to start new treatments for urinary issues during the study.

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I can walk on my own or with help from a device.

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I am 70 years old or older.

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I often feel a strong urge to urinate and sometimes can't control it.

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I am female.

Exclusion Criteria

You may be eligible for the trial if you check “No” for criteria below:

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I have a pelvic organ prolapse that extends beyond the vaginal opening.

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I cannot walk by myself.

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I have a worsening condition like Parkinson's or multiple sclerosis.

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I have not had a fracture or joint replacement in the last six months.

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I am currently receiving treatment for cancer, excluding non-melanoma skin cancer.

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I cannot communicate in English.

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I have had a stroke or fainting spells due to carotid sensitivity.

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I have vision or hearing problems that haven't been corrected.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~ 12 months

Screening ~ 3 weeks

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~12 months

This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and 12 months for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Study objectives can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.

Primary study objectives

Change in number of falls between the baseline visit and 1 year

Secondary study objectives

Change in urinary incontinence score on the International Consultation on Incontinence Questionnaire Short Form (ICIQ-SF) between baseline visit and 1 year

Awards & Highlights

No Placebo-Only Group

All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.

Trial Design

2Treatment groups

Active Control

Group I: Exercise GroupActive Control1 Intervention

Participants in this group will participate in the home-based exercise group intervention that consists of general balance and strength training, bladder training and urge suppression, and home hazard assessments.

Group II: Control GroupActive Control1 Intervention

Participants in this group will receive informational booklets on fall prevention and behavioral treatment for Urgency Incontinence.

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