Abstract
Female urinary incontinence (UI) is highly prevalent in the US (>60%). Pelvic floor muscle training (PFMT) represents first-line care for UI; however, access and adherence challenges urge new care delivery models. This prospective cohort study investigates the feasibility and safety of a remote digital care program (DCP) combining education and PFMT with real-time biofeedback with an average duration of 10 weeks. The primary outcome was the change in the Urinary Impact Questionnaire-short form (UIQ-7) from baseline to program-end, calculated through latent growth curve analysis (LGCA). Secondary outcomes included the impact of pelvic conditions (PFIQ-7), depression (PHQ-9), anxiety (GAD-7), productivity impairment (WPAI), intention to seek additional healthcare, engagement, and satisfaction. Of the 326 participants who started the program, 264 (81.0%) completed the intervention. Significant improvement on UIQ-7 (8.8, 95%CI 4.7; 12.9, p < 0.001) was observed, corresponding to a response rate of 57.3%, together with improvements in all other outcomes and high satisfaction (8.9/10, SD 1.8). This study shows the feasibility and safety of a completely remote DCP with biofeedback managed asynchronously by a physical therapist to reduce UI-related symptoms in a real-world setting. Together, these findings may advocate for the exploration of this care delivery option to escalate access to proper and timely UI care.
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