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Physical Therapy After Endometriosis Excision
Sponsor: Oregon Health and Science University
Summary
This is a randomized controlled pilot study comparing a home pelvic floor physical therapy program to routine post-operative care for patients undergoing endometriosis excisional surgery without hysterectomy. Quality of life and endometriosis symptoms will be compared following the recovery period.
Official title: The Role of a Postoperative Home Physical Therapy Program for the Treatment of Pelvic Pain in Patients Undergoing Endometriosis Excision
Key Details
Gender
FEMALE
Age Range
18 Years - 50 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
30
Start Date
2025-08-28
Completion Date
2026-03
Last Updated
2025-10-06
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Active Recovery
Participants will receive postoperative instructions to follow an active recovery protocol focused on increasing activity level, core strength exercises, and pelvic floor exercises focused on urinary and bowel symptoms. Exercises are to be completed twice per day for the 12 weeks following surgery.
Standard Postoperative Instructions
Standard of care postoperative instructions covering incision care, pain control, dietary instructions, and emergency precautions. Also includes guidelines regarding pelvic rest and lifting restrictions.
Locations (1)
Oregon Health & Science University
Portland, Oregon, United States