Core stability exercises with or without a pregnancy support belt for pelvic pain during pregnancy
Effects of Core Stability Exercises With And Without Pregnancy Support Belt On Pain, Function And Disability In Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction During Pregnancy.
This study tests whether doing core stability exercises alone or with a pregnancy support belt helps pregnant women with pelvic pain feel better.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 24 (estimated) |
| Ages | 25 Years to 35 Years |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Riphah International University Academic / other |
| Drugs / interventions | radiation |
| Locations | 1 site (Lahore, Punjab) |
| Trial ID | NCT06168643 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial investigates the effects of core stability exercises on women experiencing pubic symphysis dysfunction during pregnancy. Participants will be randomly assigned to two groups: one receiving core stability exercises alone and the other receiving these exercises in conjunction with a pregnancy support belt. The study aims to determine if one approach is more effective than the other in alleviating pain and improving quality of life. Data will be collected at baseline and after six weeks of treatment, with analysis conducted using SPSS software.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are females aged 25-35 who experience pain in the pubic symphysis region during pregnancy.
Not a fit: Patients with medical conditions that prevent the use of pregnancy support belts or those with more severe posterior pain may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide effective management strategies for women suffering from pubic symphysis dysfunction during pregnancy.
How similar studies have performed: While there is limited research specifically on this combination of interventions, similar studies have shown promise in managing pelvic pain during pregnancy.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: Age 25-35 years females Have pain in the region of pubic symphysis, with or without radiation to the groin. Have pain during stair climbing, turning over in bed, standing on one leg. Have tenderness on palpation of symphysis pubis. Have positive active straight leg raise (ASLR) test result Exclusion Criteria: Medical conditions preventing use of pregnancy support belts. Pregnant females having SPD but with absolute contraindications to exercise. Posterior (lumber spine or sacroiliac joint) pain that was considered worse than the symphysis pubis pain
Where this trial is running
Lahore, Punjab
- Riphah International university, Lahore — Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Imran Amjad, Post Doc
- Email: imran.amjad@riphah.edu.pk
- Phone: 03324390125
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.