Effects of early physiotherapy on recovery after episiotomy

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 study evaluates the impact of early individual physiotherapy on pain, quality of life, pelvic floor function, and sexual health in women who have undergone an uncomplicated episiotomy during vaginal delivery. Participants will be divided into two groups: one receiving individual postnatal physiotherapy and the other receiving standard care. The study aims to identify differences in recovery outcomes between these two groups through surveys and functional assessments. The research seeks to establish a better understanding of the benefits and potential drawbacks of physiotherapy in this context.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* female aged 18 to 40
* following an uncomplicated mediolateral episiotomy
* primipara at term with the cephalic occiput anterior position of the foetus
* signature of the informed consent and understanding of the study protocol

Exclusion Criteria:

* premature birth prior to 37+0
* other presentation than the cephalic occiput anterior position
* a performed vaginal extraction
* an associated vaginal rupture
* an injury of the anal sphincter
* paravaginal haematoma immediately after birth and before inclusion in the study
* multiple sclerosis
* serious neurological disorders
* connective tissue diseases
* chronic inflammatory bowel diseases
* congenital developmental disorders of the external genitalia

Where it's running

• University Hospital
  Brno, Czechia Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Lukáš Hruban, PhD — University Hospital Brno, Czechia
• Study coordinator: Lukáš Hruban, PhD
• Email: hruban.lukas@fnbrno.cz
• Phone: 00420532238306

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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.