Shocking the bladder: TENS vs PTNS for urgency
NCT ID NCT05309993
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study compared two nerve stimulation treatments—TENS (a skin patch) and PTNS (a needle near the ankle)—for women with overactive bladder who had not gotten relief from lifestyle changes or medication. The goal was to see if TENS works as well as PTNS to improve quality of life. However, the trial was stopped early and only enrolled 27 participants, so the findings are limited.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) device and percutaneous tibial nerve stimulation (PTNS) device
What this could lead to
If successful, this could show that a non-invasive TENS device works as well as the more invasive PTNS for overactive bladder, offering a simpler option.
What could go wrong
The trial was terminated early with only 27 participants, so results are very limited. It is a small, early-stage study that may not provide clear answers.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Locations
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University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87106, United States