Synergistic Effects of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practices and Pelvic Floor Muscle Training (NCT06877325) | Clinical Trial Compass
CompletedNot Applicable
Synergistic Effects of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practices and Pelvic Floor Muscle Training
China108 participantsStarted 2022-10-01
Plain-language summary
This study was conducted within a randomized controlled trial framework using a double-blind design. Participants were assigned to one of three intervention groups: the Pelvic Floor Muscle Training group (PFMT), the Pelvic Floor Muscle Training combined with the Qigong group (PFMTQG), and the Qigong Practice group (QG). Randomization was performed using a random number table. Professional trainers implemented the intervention programs. Researchers conducted a 12-week intervention study, with training sessions held thrice weekly. During the trial, participants agreed not to engage in other forms of physical exercise.
Who can participate
Age range
20 Years – 35 Years
Sex
FEMALE
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AI-rewrites the medical criteria so a patient or caregiver can understand them. Always confirm with the trial site.
Inclusion Criteria:
* Aged 20-35 years.
* Within 12 months postpartum.
* Diagnosed with mild to moderate SUI.
* Physically capable of participating in mild to moderate exercise.
* Provided written informed consent.
Exclusion Criteria:
* Severe pelvic floor dysfunction.
* Systemic health conditions that contraindicate physical activity.
* Pregnant at the time of recruitment or planning pregnancy during the study
* Prior structured training in Qigong or PFMT.
* Ongoing physiotherapy for pelvic floor health.
* Participation in other urinary incontinence research.
* Inability to provide informed consent due to cognitive or language barriers.
Questions worth asking your doctor
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.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
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Questions for the trial coordinator
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.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.