Investigating factors affecting pelvic girdle pain in pregnant women

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 aims to explore the relationship between proprioceptive deficits, body perception, and psychosocial factors in relation to pregnancy-related pelvic girdle pain (PPGP) in multiparous women. It will assess postural control and the persistence of PPGP during different stages of pregnancy and postpartum. The research focuses on understanding how these factors contribute to the development and continuation of pain, which affects a significant number of women. Participants will undergo assessments to evaluate their postural control and psychosocial well-being.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria Multiparous Women:

* Singleton pregnancy
* Pregnant of second child or more than second child
* No current PPGP or did not have PPGP during current pregnancy
* Willing to provide written informed consent

Exclusion Criteria Multiparous Women:

* Pregnant for more than 16 weeks
* Having current PPGP or having had PPGP during the current pregnancy
* History of surgery/major trauma to spine or pelvis
* Surgery/physical trauma to the lower limbs more than two years ago and currently still experiencing symptoms such as pain, instability, or stiffness
* Surgery/physical trauma to the lower limbs less than two years ago
* Specific balance or vestibular disorders
* A medical diagnosis of a rheumatic condition or being under treatment for such a condition by a rheumatologist
* Neurological abnormalities (e.g., peripheral neuropathy)
* Uncorrected visual problems
* Acute ankle problems
* Being on absolute or relative bed rest due to pregnancy-related complications
* Having (had) a formal diagnosis of a psychiatric disorder
* Non-Dutch speaking

Inclusion Criteria Nulliparous Women:

* Age- and BMI- matched to pregnant participants
* Nulliparous
* Willing to provide written informed consent

Exclusion Criteria Nulliparous Women:

* Having low back or pelvic girdle pain at the time of inclusion or in the six months leading up to inclusion
* History of chronic low back or pelvic girdle pain
* History of surgery/major trauma to spine, pelvis and/or lower limbs,
* Specific balance or vestibular disorders
* Spinal deformities
* Rheumatic disease
* Neurological abnormalities
* Acute ankle problems
* (A history of) psychiatric disorders
* Uncorrected visual problems
* Non-Dutch speaking

Where it's running

• Hasselt University
  Hasselt, Belgium Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Lotte Janssens, PhD, PT — Hasselt University
• Study coordinator: Nina Goossens, PhD, PT
• Email: nina.goossens@uhasselt.be
• Phone: +3211292174

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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.