Squats or kegels? study tests which exercise best controls bladder leaks

NCT ID NCT07156266

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Faisalabad Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study compared Kegel and squat exercises to see which better reduces urinary incontinence and improves quality of life. Thirty women aged 30-60 with urinary incontinence did either Kegel or squat exercises for 10 minutes, three times daily, over 12 weeks. Researchers measured changes using standard questionnaires.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Kegel and squat exercises
What this could lead to: If successful, this could show that simple exercises help manage urinary incontinence and improve quality of life without medication or surgery.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed trial with only 30 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. Exercise adherence and individual differences could affect outcomes.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Urinary Incontinence

As listed by the trial registrant

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

URINARY INCONTINENCE

Contacts and locations

Locations

University of Faisalabad

Faisalābad, Punjab Province, 38000, Pakistan

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