Status:

RECRUITING

Continence, Sexual Function, Fitness and the Health of Men After Surgery for Prostate Cancer

Lead Sponsor:

University of Alberta

Conditions:

Prostate Cancer

Incontinence

Eligibility:

MALE

18+ years

Phase:

NA

Brief Summary

The Continence, Sexual and Metabolic Health (CONTROL 4 LIFE) study will evaluate the recovery of continence, sexual function, and health outcomes in individuals who have undergone surgery for prostate...

Detailed Description

The investigators aim to conduct a trial examining the feasibility and the effects of a combined pelvic health rehabilitation and exercise program that can be delivered both in-person and virtually in...

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

  • have a diagnosis of prostate cancer (stage I to IV);
  • be scheduled for a prostatectomy surgery (any surgical approach);
  • have no restriction to participate in at least mild levels of physical activity, as confirmed by the Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire (PAR-Q+);
  • speak and understand English.
  • adult: 18 years of age or older
  • optional exercise component: willing and able to commit to the 12-week intervention

Exclusion

  • have any medical conditions that may interfere with continence (i.e. neurological diseases);
  • have any contraindications to exercise testing or training;
  • have recent (\>6 months) modifications to any medication aiming to reduce urinary incontinence (i.e. Myrbetric);
  • do not have regular access to the internet and a smart device or a computer at home/ at their community center;
  • are already receiving a pelvic floor exercise program through a pelvic floor physical therapist from their community.

Key Trial Info

Start Date :

February 27 2024

Trial Type :

INTERVENTIONAL

Allocation :

ESTIMATED

End Date :

June 30 2026

Estimated Enrollment :

106 Patients enrolled

Trial Details

Trial ID

NCT06072911

Start Date

February 27 2024

End Date

June 30 2026

Last Update

September 19 2024

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University of Alberta

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, T6G 2G4