Simple exercises may speed bladder recovery after prostate surgery – trial puts it to the test
NCT ID NCT07719036
First seen Jul 22, 2026 · Last updated Jul 23, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This trial tests whether pelvic floor muscle training can reduce urinary incontinence in men who have undergone HoLEP surgery for an enlarged prostate. Twenty participants will be randomly assigned to either a supervised exercise program or standard care. The study measures incontinence severity and quality of life three months after surgery to see if the exercises make a difference.
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 training (PFMT)
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this simple exercise program could help men regain bladder control faster after prostate surgery.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very small trial with only 20 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The exercises require daily commitment, and some men may find them difficult to perform correctly.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Bezmi Alem Hospital
Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)
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