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Perineal Massage in Pregnancy to Reduce the Levator Ani Coactivation
Sponsor: Azienda Sanitaria Universitaria Friuli Centrale
Summary
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.
Official title: Does Perineal Massage in Pregnancy Reduce the Levator Ani Muscle Co-activation?
Key Details
Gender
FEMALE
Age Range
18 Years - 40 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
58
Start Date
2024-08-01
Completion Date
2025-12-31
Last Updated
2024-08-02
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Interventions
perineal massage
women affected by LAM co-activation allocated to the intervention "perineal massage" are asked to perform the perineal massage once daily from 34 gestational weeks until delivery. Women are trained to correctly perform the perineal massage at 30 gestaitonal weeks.
Locations (1)
Serena Xodo
Udine, Italy