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PEMF Therapy for Bladder Infection
Study Summary
This trial is looking at whether a non-invasive, non-drug therapy called low-frequency pulsed electromagnetic field (PEMF) therapy is safe and effective for treating Interstitial Cystitis/Bladder Pain Syndrome (IC/BPS).
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Inclusion Criteria
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Study Objectives
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- I have had a urethral diverticulum.I have a history of Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, or stroke.Your pain level is currently 6 or higher on a scale of 0 to 10.I have had a bladder examination under anesthesia to measure its capacity.You do not have problems with your memory or thinking.I have had bladder inflammation due to radiation.I have a history of bladder, ovarian, or vaginal cancer.You have a pacemaker or metal implant in your body.You have more than 100cc of urine left in your bladder after urinating.I have had a spinal cord injury or spina bifida.I currently have a urinary tract infection.You have a very high body mass index (BMI).I have been diagnosed with interstitial cystitis/painful bladder syndrome.
- Group 1: 4-Week Treatment with 1-Week-Per-Month Maintenance Period for an Additional 3 Months
- Group 2: 4-Week Sham Treatment with no Maintenance Period
- Group 3: 4-Week Treatment with no Maintenance Period
- Screening: It may take up to 3 Weeks to process to see if you qualify in this trial.
- Treatment: The duration you will receive the treatment varies.
- Follow Ups: You may be asked to continue sharing information regarding the trial for 6 Months after you stop receiving the treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many participants have thus far been recruited for this clinical trial?
"Yes, clinicaltrial.gov data affirms that the trial is presently looking for volunteers. Initially posted on August 29th 2022, this research will recruit 75 individuals from only one site."
Are volunteers being recruited for this trial currently?
"Affirmative, the information available on clinicaltrials.gov confirms that this trial is open to new participants. It was first posted on August 29th 2022 and last updated November 2nd of the same year. The study requires 75 individuals from a single centre."
What are the qualifications for enrollment in this medical experiment?
"This medical experiment is in search of 75 participants who are between 18 and 80 years old, have experienced a hydrodistension bladder capacity test under anaesthesia, been clinically diagnosed with IC/PS (Interstitial cystitis/Painful Bladder Syndrome), currently report an NRS score higher than 6, and lack cognitive impairments."
Are applicants over the age of 35 being admitted to this clinical experiment?
"This research is currently admitting participants aged 18 or over and under 80 years old."
What purpose does this clinical trial aim to fulfill?
"The primary aim of this investigation, which will be monitored over a Baseline period, is to assess changes in pelvic pain as determined by the Brief Pain Inventory (BPI) Short Form. Secondary objectives involve evaluating modifications in Interstitial cystitis/Bladder Pain Syndrome (IC/BPS) symptoms through measurement with both the Pelvic Pain and Urgency/Frequency (PUF) Patient Symptom Scale - comprised of 7 criteria scored from 0-3 or 1-3 depending on question type - and Global Response Assessment (GRA), a single item measure ranging 3 points either side of zero indicating no change respectively slight to"
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