Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization Exercises in Women With Urinary Incontinence

Launched by IZMIR UNIVERSITY OF ECONOMICS · May 29, 2025

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying a new exercise method called Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization (DNS) to see if it can help women with stress urinary incontinence (SUI). SUI is when women accidentally leak urine during activities like exercising, sneezing, or coughing. The researchers want to find out if DNS is as effective as traditional pelvic floor muscle training (PFMT) in reducing urinary symptoms and improving the strength of pelvic floor muscles.

To participate in this study, women aged between 18 and 62 who speak Turkish and have SUI can join. However, those with certain health conditions, such as a history of pelvic floor training, neurological disorders, or pregnancy, won’t be eligible. Participants can expect to engage in specific exercises aimed at strengthening their core and pelvic muscles, which may help improve their urinary symptoms. The study is currently looking for volunteers, and it could provide valuable insights into new ways to support women's health.

Gender

FEMALE

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Female gender,
• • Voluntary participation in the study,
• • Aged between 18 and 62 years,
• • Ability to read and write in Turkish,
• • No mental disorders that would impair cooperation or comprehension,
• • Complaint of stress urinary incontinence (SUI) or stress-predominant mixed urinary incontinence.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Prior history of pelvic floor muscle training,
• • Presence of any neurological disorder,
• • Pelvic organ prolapse stage II or higher,
• • Presence of fecal incontinence,
• • Pregnancy,
• • Lower extremity conditions that may affect pelvic alignment (e.g., leg length discrepancy, total hip arthroplasty),
• • Active lower urinary tract infection,
• • Presence of respiratory disorders such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease or asthma,
• • History of hysterectomy.