Clinical Study of External Electrical Stimulation for Male Incontinence

Clinical Evaluation of Perineal Electrical Stimulation for Urinary Incontinence in Men

The purpose of this research is to evaluate the effectiveness of the Elidah neuromuscular stimulation treatment to reduce incontinence in men post-prostatectomy.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Scheduled for robotic-assisted laparoscopic prostatectomy
• Read and speak English
• Predominant SUI of at least 1 pad/day

Exclusion Criteria:

• History or symptoms of urinary incontinence, urinary retention, extra-urethral incontinence, overflow incontinence
• Complete denervation of the pelvic floor
• Severe Obesity as defined by BMI >= 40
• Has undergone pre-op pelvic floor exercise strengthening
• Pelvic pain/painful bladder syndrome
• Implanted cardiac device, untreated cardiac arrhythmia or suffer from other heart problems.
• History of epilepsy
• Underlying neurologic/neuromuscular disorder
• Metal implants in the abdomen or pelvic area
• Chronic coughing
• Impaired decision making, suicidal thoughts, or drug/alcohol dependence
• Uncontrolled intercurrent illness that would limit compliance with study requirements
• Lacks capacity to adhere with study requirements
• Lacks capacity to consent for themselves.