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New treatment option for Pelvic Girdle Pain
Official title The Role of Proprioceptive Deficits, Psychosocial Factors and Inflammation in Pregnancy-related Pelvic Girdle Pain
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT04226716
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- A large proportion of pregnant women develop pregnancy-related low back and/or pelvic girdle pain (PPGP), which often does not recover spontaneously postpartum. As a result, 10% of women with PPGP are thus crucial.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 40, women only. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- 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
You likely can't join if
- 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
See the full eligibility 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
- 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
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Hasselt, Belgium
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling female, 18 years to 40 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Hasselt, Belgium. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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