Observational Study of Hip Ultrasound Angles, Post-Void Residual Volume, and Lower Limb Alignment in Postmenopausal Women with Stress Urinary Incontinence

What this Trial Is About

Researchers are investigating stress urinary incontinence SUI in postmenopausal women, focusing on how spinopelvic and lower limb alignment may influence continence. This observational case-control study compares symptomatic women experiencing stress-related urine leakage with asymptomatic controls, aiming to better understand the biomechanical factors involved in SUI. The study explores ultrasound imaging markers and alignment parameters that could help characterize the condition. The study involves measuring hip ultrasound angles at rest and during Valsalva, post-void residual PVR urine volume, and various alignment features such as the navicular drop test, spinopelvic parameters, tibial and femoral torsion, and Q angles. Participants are classified based on symptom presence and questionnaire scores, with all assessments conducted during a single study visit to capture baseline data. Participants will attend one visit where ultrasound imaging, alignment tests, and PVR volume measurements are performed. Data analysis includes comparing symptomatic and asymptomatic groups and assessing correlations between PVR and musculoskeletal alignment. The study focuses on women aged 50 to 65 years who are postmenopausal and able to stand and walk independently, with safety and symptom monitoring occurring during this single visit.

Perineal Ultrasound, Post-Void Residual, and Lower-Limb Alignment in Stress Incontinence