New program empowers veterans to skip unneeded antibiotics

NCT ID NCT07430904

Not yet recruiting Symptom relief Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 23, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study tests a patient empowerment program for veterans with spinal cord injury and neurogenic bladder who have had at least one urinary tract infection in the past year. The program provides training and tools to help them recognize when antibiotics are not needed and advocate for themselves with their healthcare providers. The goal is to reduce unnecessary antibiotic use and improve quality of life.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Empowerment Program (behavioral intervention)
What this could lead to: If it works, this program could help veterans with spinal cord injury avoid unnecessary antibiotics and improve their quality of life.
What could go wrong: This is a very small, early-stage study with only 30 participants, so results may not apply widely. The program relies on patient engagement, which may vary.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

spinal cord disorder spinal cord injury Urinary Bladder, Neurogenic

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

SPINAL CORD DISEASE SPINAL CORD INJURY

Contacts and locations

Locations

Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center, Houston, TX

Houston, Texas, 77030-4211, United States

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