Virtual Reality for Urinary Incontinence in Women

Sponsor
Wroclaw University of Health and Sport Sciences
Study ID
NCT07070063
Status
Recruiting
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Conditions

  • Pelvic Floor Disorder
  • Urinary Incontinence

Eligibility Criteria

Sex
FEMALE
Age
50 Years - 80 Years
Healthy Volunteers
Not accepted

Interventions

  • Virtual Reality Therapy — DEVICE
    Eight sessions of virtual reality therapy will be administered over a two-week period (four sessions per week, each lasting 20 minutes). The intervention will be delivered using the VRTierOne device (Stolgraf®), which employs a head-mounted display to create a fully immersive environment. Through the integration of visual, auditory, and kinesthetic stimuli, the therapy provides a multi-sensory experience that can have calming and mood-enhancing effects, as well as support psychological engagement and motivation in the rehabilitation process. The virtual environment-designed as a therapeutic garden-is rich in symbols and metaphors derived from Ericksonian psychotherapy. The central element of this environment is the Garden of Revival, a metaphor for the patient's health. Once vibrant and full of life, the garden is now neglected and requires care and effort to be restored. Throughout the therapeutic process, the patient is guided by a symbolic narrative reflecting their individual
  • Pelvic Floor Muscle Electrostimulation with EMG Biofeedback — DEVICE
    Eight sessions of pelvic floor muscle electrostimulation combined with EMG biofeedback will be provided over a two-week period (four sessions per week). The intervention will be delivered using a specialized EMG-Biofeedback electrostimulation device equipped with a screen for real-time signal visualization. Vaginal electrodes will be used to ensure precise stimulation and accurate detection of pelvic floor muscle activity. During each 30-minute session, patients will receive symmetrical biphasic rectangular electrical impulses at a frequency of 50 Hz, with a 5-second stimulation phase followed by a 10-second rest period. The intensity of the stimulation will be individually adjusted to ensure both safety and comfort. The integrated biofeedback system will allow participants to observe their muscle activation patterns on the screen, enhancing their awareness and control of pelvic floor function and supporting the learning of correct activation during voluntary contractions.

Study Details

This study evaluates the effectiveness of using virtual reality to support pelvic floor muscle training in women with urinary incontinence. The intervention aims to enhance patients' motivation, awareness, and exercise accuracy through real-time muscle visualization and immersive interaction. The project seeks to determine whether virtual reality-assisted therapy improves clinical outcomes compared to conventional approaches.

Key Dates

First listed
Jul 17, 2025
Start date
Jul 15, 2025
Status verified
Jul 2025
Primary completion
Sep 30, 2025
Completion
Jun 15, 2027

Study Design

Enrollment
40 participants (estimated)
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Intervention model
PARALLEL
Primary purpose
TREATMENT

Arms

  • Experimental: VR Group
    VR-Supported Pelvic Floor Training
  • Active Comparator: Control Group
    Conventional Pelvic Floor Training

Primary Outcome Measure

Change from Baseline in the Incontinence Quality of Life Questionnaire (I-QOL) at 2 weeks [ Time Frame: From enrollment to the end of treatment at 2 weeks. ]

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