Simple exercises may ease bladder leaks in women with MS

NCT ID NCT06805331

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested whether teaching pelvic floor muscle exercises using a health belief model can help women with multiple sclerosis who have bladder leakage. Forty-six women participated, with one group learning the exercises and the other continuing usual care. Researchers measured changes in incontinence severity and quality of life after three months.

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 muscle exercise training

What this could lead to

If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to help women with MS manage bladder leakage and improve daily life.

What could go wrong

This is a small, completed study with only 46 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The exercises require ongoing effort and may not work for all.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

multiple sclerosis Urinary Incontinence

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Tokat Gaziosmanpaşa University

    Tokat Province, Turkey (Türkiye)