Improving pelvic floor muscle control in young women through movement techniques
Movement Simulation Techniques and Therapeutic Exercise in Young Nulliparous Women: A Randomized Controlled Trial
This study is testing whether special movement techniques can help young women strengthen and better control their pelvic floor muscles.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 45 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 30 Years |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | University of Valencia Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Valencia) |
| Trial ID | NCT06090435 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the effects of motor imagery and action observation training, combined with therapeutic exercise, on the pelvic floor musculature in young nulliparous women. Participants will engage in various interventions to assess improvements in strength and motor control. The study aims to determine whether these techniques can enhance pelvic floor function, which has not been extensively researched before. By comparing different training methods, the study seeks to identify the most effective approach for improving pelvic health.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are asymptomatic women over the age of 18 who have not given birth.
Not a fit: Patients with respiratory, cardiac, systemic, or metabolic diseases, recent surgery, vertebral fractures, or spinal osteoarticular disorders may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved pelvic floor muscle control and overall health for young women.
How similar studies have performed: While the specific application to pelvic floor musculature is novel, similar approaches using motor imagery and action observation have shown success in other areas of rehabilitation.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Over 18 years of age and asymptomatic women. Exclusion Criteria: * This study will exclude those who presented a respiratory pathology, cardiac, systematic, or metabolic disease, history of recent surgery, vertebral fracture, or osteoarticular disorders of the spine area.
Where this trial is running
Valencia
- Ferran Cuenca Martínez — Valencia, Spain (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Ferran Cuenca Martínez, PhD
- Email: ferran.cuenca@uv.es
- Phone: 913456780
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.