Baduanjin exercise for pregnancy-related low back and pelvic pain

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This is a randomized controlled trial that assigns pregnant women to a 12-week prenatal Baduanjin exercise program or a control condition to measure effects on low back and pelvic pain and quality of life. Participants are single pregnancies enrolled between 14 and 20 weeks' gestation and must be cleared for exercise by medical evaluation. The intervention is a traditional Chinese mind–body exercise delivered through supervised sessions and likely supplemented by home practice, with regular follow-up visits for outcome measurement. Primary outcomes are pain severity and patient-reported quality of life over the intervention period.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Single pregnancy (carrying one fetus).
* Gestational age: 14-20 weeks at enrollment.
* No contraindications to exercise during pregnancy (as determined by medical evaluation).

Exclusion Criteria:

* Adverse pregnancy symptoms:
* Dizziness, blurred vision, vaginal bleeding, or other high-risk signs.
* Pre-existing medical conditions: Orthopedic, cardiovascular, or psychiatric diseases; cognitive impairment.
* Pregnancy complications: Preterm labor, placenta previa.
* Inability to attend regular prenatal check-ups.

Where it's running

• Peking Union Medical College
  Beijing, Beijing Municipality, China Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Liangkun Ma
• Email: maliangkun@pumch.cn
• Phone: +8613021961166

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.