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Comparison of motor and sensory thresholds for sacral neuromodulation
Status: Recruiting
Participants in this research study are people who are considering or already receiving therapy using sacral nerve modulation (a treatment that sends electrical impulses to nerves in the lower back). In this research we are measuring brief responses to stimulation that is delivered using this therapy. With our research we are hoping to improve the therapy in the future. We expect that people would be in this research study for only a 20 minutes.
Sex: Male or Female
Age Group: 18 years and over
Inclusion Criteria:
• has an implanted sacral neuromodulation device for control of urinary or pelvic symptoms, or plans to have one implanted
• has the ability provide signal (verbal or otherwise) regarding sensory or motor responses to stimulation delivery
• geographically available and is willing to come to the University for follow up visits and testing
Exclusion Criteria:
• women who are pregnant
• diagnosis of a bleeding disorder or coagulopathies
• any abnormality of the urinary tract including the bladder, ureters or kidneys
• has had any invasive or surgical intervention involving the kidneys, bladder, urethra, rectum or vaginal wall within the last 6 months
Conditions:
Kidney, Prostate & Urinary
Study Contact: Merry Cunningham - mcunning@umn.edu
Principal Investigator: Nissrine Nakib
IRB Number: STUDY00020299