Shockwaves may strengthen pelvic floor better than kegels alone

NCT ID NCT07663968

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study investigates whether adding low-intensity shockwave therapy to standard Kegel exercises can better reduce urine leakage in women with stress urinary incontinence. Participants will either do Kegels alone or Kegels plus weekly shockwave sessions for eight weeks. The goal is to see if the combination improves incontinence severity and quality of life more than exercise alone.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

low-intensity extracorporeal shock wave therapy

What this could lead to

If it works, this could offer a non-invasive, drug-free way to improve bladder control and quality of life for women with stress urinary incontinence.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage trial with 84 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The added benefit of shockwave therapy over Kegels alone may be small or absent.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

female stress incontinence

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