Pelvic floor muscle function Musculoskeletal Diseases Pelvic floor muscle function
Conditions
Interventions
Women are randomly allocated to one of four groups.
Group 1: Participants receive usual advice and unsupervised training. This involves verbal and written instructions for the pelvic-floor muscle act
Sponsors
Gdansk University of Physical Education and Sport
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
Female
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: 1. Women at the age of 18-45 years old (including pregnant women; nulliparous, primiparous or multiparous) 2. Health condition allows for physical activity 3. Availability to implement 6-week training program
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: 1. History of pelvic-floor disorders 2. History of urogenital tract dysfunctions 3. Complicated pregnancy during the study 4. Any contraindications to physical activity
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| 1. Pelvic-floor muscle function is measured using the TeleMyo™ 2400T Direct Transmission System (DTS), NORAXON EMG and Sensors System (Scottsdale, AZ, USA) at baseline and 6 weeks. Added 16/04/2018: 2. The lif eimpact of urinary incontinence symptoms is assessed using the Incontinence Impact Questionnaire at baseline and 6 weeks. | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Technique of the pelvic-floor muscle contraction is determined using a electromyography (EMG) data at baseline and 6 weeks. | — |
Countries
Poland
Outcome results
None listed