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NCT ID NCT07322250
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tests whether adding blood flow restriction (using a cuff to partially reduce blood flow to the thighs) to standard pelvic floor muscle training can better reduce stress urinary incontinence in postmenopausal women. Sixty women with mild to moderate leakage will be split into two groups: one doing standard training with biofeedback, and the other doing the same training plus blood flow restriction. The trial lasts 10 weeks and measures symptom severity, quality of life, and self-esteem.
What this could mean
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Active substance
blood flow restriction training
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a new, non-drug way to reduce stress urinary incontinence in postmenopausal women.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 60 participants. The added blood flow restriction may not provide extra benefit over standard pelvic floor training, and the procedure may cause discomfort or bruising.
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