Can core workouts cure leaky bladder? new study investigates
NCT ID NCT07387640
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 02, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tests whether adding core muscle exercises to standard pelvic floor training can better reduce urinary incontinence. Fifty adults with stress or mixed incontinence will do 12 weeks of exercises, either standard or with core co-activation. Researchers will measure symptom changes and 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
- pelvic floor and core muscle exercise program
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could offer a more effective non-drug, non-surgical exercise approach to reduce urinary incontinence and improve quality of life.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial with only 50 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. Exercise programs also depend on consistent participation, and some people may not improve.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.
Contacts and locations
Locations
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Bezmialem Vakif University
Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)
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