Text Message Reminders for Stress Incontinence
(TextMsgM-ISI Trial)
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial aims to determine if daily text reminders for pelvic floor exercises can reduce stress incontinence (urine leakage) in men after prostate surgery. The study will compare two groups: one receiving text reminders and the other following usual care without reminders. It targets men planning to undergo prostate surgery who can receive and send text messages. As an unphased trial, this study provides a unique opportunity to contribute to innovative research that could enhance post-surgery care.
Do I need to stop my current medications to join the trial?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. It's best to discuss this with the trial coordinators or your doctor.
What prior data suggests that text message reminders are safe for post-prostatectomy patients?
Research has shown that using text message reminders for exercises is generally safe. Studies have found that these reminders can help people manage their health without causing harm. For instance, a smartphone app with reminders improved symptoms of bladder control issues in women without any serious problems. These reminders simply help individuals remember to do their exercises. They don’t involve any medication or medical procedures, making them easy to use. Additionally, similar reminder systems have been used in other health areas without reports of major side effects. Overall, text message reminders offer a safe way to help manage stress incontinence.12345
Why are researchers excited about this trial?
Researchers are excited about using text message reminders to manage stress incontinence because this approach could significantly improve patient adherence to pelvic floor exercises, which are crucial for managing the condition. Unlike traditional methods that rely on patients remembering to perform exercises on their own, this technique provides consistent, timely reminders that integrate seamlessly into daily life. This method leverages the ubiquity of mobile phones to deliver a cost-effective, scalable intervention that can enhance the effectiveness of standard care practices.
What evidence suggests that text message reminders are effective for stress incontinence?
Research has shown that text message reminders can aid in managing stress urinary incontinence by promoting regular pelvic floor exercises. In this trial, some participants will receive text message interventions to support their exercise routines. Studies have found that digital tools, such as mobile apps and text reminders, assist individuals in managing incontinence independently. These tools often simplify adherence to exercise routines, which is crucial for strengthening pelvic muscles and reducing symptoms. While results can vary, some individuals have reported improved incontinence symptoms and increased confidence in managing their condition with digital reminders. Overall, this approach appears promising for those seeking to enhance their pelvic floor training.16789
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for men who've had prostate surgery and are dealing with incontinence. It's open to those willing to receive and respond to daily text messages as part of their recovery routine.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants receive daily text message reminders for pelvic floor exercises or standard of care only
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for recovery to continence using the M-ISI Pad Use Subdomain Scores
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Text Message Reminders
Trial Overview
The study tests if getting daily text reminders helps patients do pelvic floor exercises, which may improve incontinence after prostate surgery, measured by the Michigan Incontinence Score Index (M-ISI).
How Is the Trial Designed?
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Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Active Control
Patient undergoing RALP surgery with text message intervention to perform pelvic floor exercises as described in the schedule of events
Patient undergoing LEP surgery with text message intervention to perform pelvic floor exercises as described in the schedule of events
Patients undergoing LEP surgery and standard of care discharge instructions to perform pelvic floor exercises
Patients undergoing RALP surgery and standard of care discharge instructions to perform pelvic floor exercises
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
University of Rochester
Lead Sponsor
Citations
The effectiveness of digital therapeutics for rehabilitation ...
However, the results showed no significant difference in quality of life and pelvic floor muscle function (all P > 0.05). Conclusion. This ...
A Mobile App for Self-management of Urgency and Mixed ...
The primary outcome was incontinence symptoms at the 15-week follow-up, measured using the International Consultation on. Incontinence ...
Self‐management of stress urinary incontinence via a mobile ...
We investigated the long-term effects of using a mobile app to treat stress urinary incontinence with a focus on pelvic floor muscle training.
Effect of a Mobile App–Based Urinary Incontinence Self ...
The primary outcome was UI severity. The secondary outcomes included quality of life, self-efficacy with PFMT, and knowledge of UI. All data were collected at ...
Effect of Text Message Reminders on M-ISI Score After ...
The purpose of this study is to compare post-prostatectomy incontinence via Michigan Incontinence Score Index in patients receiving daily text message reminders ...
A Smartphone App for Supporting the Self-management of ...
URApp provides discreet prompts through the phone user's SMS text message notification sound and allows users to customize their reminder text. Young people ...
A Mobile App for Self-management of Urgency and Mixed ...
The treatment app was effective for improving urgency and mixed incontinence in women. When self-management is appropriate, this app may be a good alternative ...
A Pilot Study of Capturing Patient Reported Outcome ...
Up to 50% of women are affected by stress urinary incontinence (SUI) or pelvic organ prolapse (POP) at some point in their lives [1]. Under the ...
App‐based self‐management of urgency and mixed ...
The app included pelvic floor muscle training, bladder training, psychoeducation, lifestyle advice, an exercise log, reminders, reinforcement messages, and ...
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