Using Wearable Bladder Devices to Improve Care in Pelvic Health Physical Therapy for Men and Postpartum Women

What this Trial Is About

Researchers are evaluating wearable bladder devices to support pelvic health physical therapy for men after prostate removal and postpartum women with bladder dysfunction. This study aims to validate these wearables against standard clinical measures, assess their ability to track changes before and after therapy, and understand user experiences. The goal is to improve continuous care and personalized treatment for bladder and pelvic floor disorders in these special populations. Participants will use the WeB toolkit, which includes a wearable bladder ultrasound device and, for women, a connected intravaginal exerciser that measures pelvic floor muscle activity. The ultrasound device monitors bladder fullness via an adhesive patch on the lower abdomen, while the exerciser connects to mobile devices by Bluetooth for pelvic muscle training. Clinicians will also be interviewed at study end to assess the clinical usefulness of these devices. During the study, participants will be monitored for bladder function using wearable technology alongside standard clinical tests. They will complete usability surveys and participate in follow-up assessments over an average of three months. Researchers will compare wearable data with clinic measures, evaluate device feasibility and effectiveness, and gather feedback from both patients and clinicians to guide future care improvements.

Exploring Clinical Utility of Wearables for the Bladder in Pelvic Health Physical Therapy Clinics