Pregnancy causes the development of biomechanical adaptations in the musculoskeletal system, especially in the lumbopelvic region. In this context, the thoracolumbar fascia (TLF) is the most important structure in this region and is an exoskeleton for the muscles of the lumbar region. However, it has not been objectively clarified how the TLF adapts to the changes in the lumbopelvic region during pregnancy. Therefore, the aim of this pilot study is to investigate the trimester-specific biomechanical (stiffness, decrement and tone) and viscoelastic (creep and relaxation time) properties of the TLF, which adapts to the lumbopelvic region changes in pregnant women.
Age range
18 Years – 40 Years
Sex
FEMALE
See this in plain English?
AI-rewrites the medical criteria so a patient or caregiver can understand them. Always confirm with the trial site.
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
Evaluation of biomechanical properties of thoracolumbar fascia
Timeframe: Measurement the baseline stiffness values of Thoracolumbar fascia between 10-14 weeks, between 20-24 weeks and between 32-36 weeks
Evaluation of viscoelastic properties of thoracolumbar fascia
Timeframe: Measurement the baseline relaxation time values of Thoracolumbar fascia between 10-14 weeks, between 20-24 weeks and between 32-36 weeks
Evaluation of biomechanical properties of thoracolumbar fascia
Timeframe: Measurement the baseline tone values of Thoracolumbar fascia between 10-14 weeks, between 20-24 weeks and between 32-36 weeks
Evaluation of viscoelastic properties of thoracolumbar fascia
Timeframe: Measurement the baseline creep values of Thoracolumb Measurement the baseline creep values of Thoracolumbar fascia between 10-14 weeks, between 20-24 weeks and between 32-36 weeks
Evaluation of biomechanical properties of thoracolumbar fascia
Timeframe: Measurement the baseline decrement values of Thoracolumbar fascia between 10-14 weeks, between 20-24 weeks and between 32-36 weeks