Perineal Massage in Pregnancy to Reduce the Levator Ani Coactivation

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Conditions studied: Pelvic Floor Disorders, Levator Ani Syndrome

In brief

The goal of this clinical trial is to test the efficacy of the perineal massage in reducing the levator ani muscle (LAM) co-activation. This phenomenon is characterized by the LAM contraction rather than its relaxation during the Valsalva maneuver and it is associated with adverse obstetric outcome. Participants who co-activate will be enrolled and randomized in 2 groups: group A, where women themselves perform the perineal massage during the third trimester of pregnancy and group B, where women undergo the standard care. Researchers will compare these groups to see if the perineal massage is able to reduce LAM co-activation.

Key facts

Study ID

NCT06296134

Run by

Azienda Sanitaria Universitaria Friuli Centrale

People needed

58

Starts

2024-08-01

Expected to finish

2025-12-31

Last updated by the study team

2024-08-02

Who can join

Age: 18 and older, up to 40. Sex: female. Healthy volunteers: accepted.

You may not qualify if…

• multiparous
• age < 18 y, age > 40 y
• previous urinary or fecal incontinence
• contraindications to vaginal delivery (such as placenta previa, vasa previa, etc)
• twin pregnancy
• language barrier
• BMI at or > 30

Where it is running

• Serena Xodo — Udine, Italy (enrolling)

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