Feasibility of a Web-Based Self-Management Intervention for Intermittent Urinary Catheter Users with Spinal Cord Injury

This study evaluates if a web-based program can help people with spinal cord injuries who use intermittent catheters to manage their bladder better. The program included online materials, phone calls with a nurse, and a discussion forum. The researchers looked at whether the participants found the program useful and easy to use, and whether it improved their self-management skills and quality of life.

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  Catheter practices improved, with more frequent catheterizations every 4–6 hours.
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  Self-management of neurogenic bladder dysfunction increased significantly; fluid intake was the biggest change reported by participants.
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  Most intervention components, except the forum, were rated highly for usefulness, satisfaction, and usability.