RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT06822582

Pelvic Health Rehabilitation After Breast and Gynecologic Cancer

A Pelvic Health eModule to Address Urogenital Impairments After Breast and Gynecologic Cancer: a Pilot Prospective Interventional Study

Sponsor

Laval University

Enrollment

20 participants

Start Date

Jan 7, 2025

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Breast Cancer Female Gynecologic Cancers Incontinence Incontinence Bowel Sexual Dysfunction Vaginal Atrophy, Sexual Dysfunction, Vaginal Dryness, Dyspareunia Constipation

Summary

The GYVE study aims at testing an online program (eModule) to help people who have had breast or gynecologic cancer and are experiencing pelvic health issues like urinary incontinence and pain during sex. These cancers and their treatments can cause significant pelvic health problems, affecting daily life and quality of life. Physiotherapy can help, but access is often limited due to costs and other barriers. The study will involve 20 participants from Quebec and Edmonton, who will take part in a 12-week program with weekly online group sessions led by a physiotherapist. Topics include pelvic floor muscle training, use of vaginal moisturizers, hydration, diet, and pain management. Led by experts in cancer rehabilitation and pelvic health, the study aims to provide valuable information on the feasibility and effectiveness of the eModule, potentially leading to broader implementation to help more people with lived experience of cancer.

Eligibility

Sex: FEMALEMin Age: 18 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study tests a pelvic health rehabilitation program (delivered virtually) for women who have been treated for breast or gynecological cancer and are experiencing pelvic floor problems such as bladder leakage, pelvic pain, or sexual dysfunction. **You may be eligible if...** - You are over 18 years old - You have been diagnosed with breast or gynecological cancer (endometrial, cervical, ovarian, vulvar, or vaginal), at any stage - You are currently on treatment OR completed cancer treatment (surgery, radiation, or chemotherapy) within the last 3 years - You have pelvic floor symptoms (score of 2 or above on the Pelvic Floor Bother Questionnaire) - You can provide consent in English or French **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You do not have regular internet access or a smart device/computer at home Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

This summary was AI-generated to explain the trial in plain language. It is not medical advice. Always discuss eligibility with your doctor before enrolling in a clinical trial.

Interested in this trial?

Get notified about updates and connect with the research team.