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Pelvic Physical Therapy for Sexual Dysfunction in Gynecologic Oncology Survivors
Sponsor: Wake Forest University Health Sciences
Summary
The purpose of this research study is to investigate the use of pelvic physical therapy for gynecologic cancer survivors who report sexual dysfunction. Physical therapy experts believe that a full 10-week regimen is necessary for true improvement of symptoms. Investigators aim to see if this tense regimen is feasible for survivors. Investigators also aim to see if patients have an improvement in their sexual function and quality of life.
Official title: Feasibility of Pelvic Physical Therapy for Sexual Dysfunction in Gynecologic Oncology Survivors
Key Details
Gender
FEMALE
Age Range
18 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
20
Start Date
2022-03-28
Completion Date
2023-04-10
Last Updated
2026-09-29
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Control Arm
Participants randomized to this arm will only receive educational pamphlets with resources for sexual dysfunction and will not participate in physical therapy. Participants will be contacted at 3 months and 6 months to fill out two questionnaires about sexual function and quality of life. After 6months, if participants desire a referral to physical therapy, investigators will provide a referral.
Physical Therapy Arm
Participants will receive a referral to begin a pelvic physical therapy regimen. Participants will complete the sexual function and quality of life questionnaires after completion of the physical therapy regimen and again 3 months after. There will be a brief exit interview.
European Organization for the Research and Treatment of Cancer Quality of Life Questionnaire (EORTC-QLQ-C30)
Questionnaire designed to measure cancer patients' physical, psychological and social functions
Female Sexual Function Index (FSFI)
19-item self-report inventory designed to assess female sexual function.
Exit Interview
11-item questionnaire for participants to give feedback to investigators about teir experience with the intervention.
Locations (1)
Wake Forest Baptist Comprehensive Cancer Center
Winston-Salem, North Carolina, United States