Improving quality of life for women with endometriosis through adapted physical activity
Effectiveness of an Adapted Physical Activity Program on Improving the Health-related Quality of Life of Women with Endometriosis in Martinique
This study is testing whether a special exercise program can help improve the quality of life for women with endometriosis by reducing their pain and fatigue.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 51 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | University Hospital Center of Martinique Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Fort-de-France) |
| Trial ID | NCT06776627 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the effectiveness of an adapted physical activity program aimed at improving the health-related quality of life for women suffering from endometriosis in Martinique. The program is designed to help manage symptoms such as pain and fatigue, which often limit physical activity in these patients. By encouraging regular physical exercise, the study aims to assess improvements in overall quality of life, pain levels, functional abilities, and psychosocial impacts. The findings could support the inclusion of adapted physical activity in the standard care pathway for endometriosis in the region.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adult women of childbearing age diagnosed with endometriosis who are seeking to improve their health through lifestyle changes.
Not a fit: Patients with acute or terminal illnesses, recent fractures, or those already engaging in high levels of physical activity may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly enhance the quality of life for women with endometriosis by alleviating symptoms and promoting better health management.
How similar studies have performed: While there is existing evidence supporting the benefits of physical activity in managing chronic conditions, this specific approach for endometriosis is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Adult woman of childbearing age, * Clinico-radiological or clinico-histological diagnosis of endometriosis: laparoscopy with biopsy or MRI, * History of endometriosis symptoms before diagnosis, * Walking without technical assistance, * Able to read and write, * Patient wishing to improve her health by optimizing her lifestyle, * Patient affiliated or beneficiary of a social security scheme, * Patient having given free, informed and written consent. Exclusion Criteria: * Acute or terminal illness, * Recent fracture of the upper or lower limbs (\< 3 months), * Other chronic unstable or orthopedic illness that could interfere with the ability to participate in a physical activity program, * Resting ECG at inclusion outside the normal range, * Patients who practice moderate to intense physical activity for more than 150 minutes per week, * Absolute contraindication to physical activity linked to severe co-morbidities, * Patient placed under legal protection, guardianship or curatorship, * Pregnant or breastfeeding woman.
Where this trial is running
Fort-de-France
- University Hospital Center of Martinique — Fort-de-France, France (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Armelle JEAN-ETIENNE, PhD
- Email: armelle.jean-etienne@chu-martinique.fr
- Phone: 05 96 48 80 31
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.