Impact of Pilates Exercises on Diabetic Erectile Dysfunction. (NCT07293156) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Impact of Pilates Exercises on Diabetic Erectile Dysfunction.
Egypt60 participantsStarted 2025-12-15
Plain-language summary
Erectile dysfunction (ED) has a prevalence of 52.5% in diabetic male patients, as described in a meta-analysis of 145 studies, including 88,577 men with type 1 and type 2 diabetes.
In men, ED can cause sexual dissatisfaction and distress, unsatisfactory relationships, and marital tension
Who can participate
Age range
40 Years – 60 Years
Sex
MALE
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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:
* Men aged 40-60 years.
* Married.
* Diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus for \>5 years, with initial diagnosis confirmed by HbA1c \>6.5%.
* Arteriogenic erectile dysfunction (ED) of \>6 months' duration, confirmed by penile Doppler ultrasonography showing peak systolic velocity (PSV) of the cavernosal arteries \<25 cm/s.
* Body mass index (BMI) \<30 kg/m².
Exclusion Criteria:
* Poorly controlled diabetes mellitus (HbA1c \>9%).
* Neurogenic, venogenic, or psychogenic ED.
* Cardiac conditions contraindicating sexual activity.
* Neurological disorders or spinal cord injury.
* Alcohol abuse or illicit drug use.
* Chronic hematological disorders.
* Active genitourinary infection.
* Severe hypogonadism.
* History of radical prostatectomy, pelvic surgery, or pelvic trauma.
* Penile prosthesis implantation.
* Current or previous participation in a structured pelvic floor muscle training or sexual rehabilitation program.
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.
1This trial is looking at whether Pilates exercises can improve blood flow to the penis in men with type 2 diabetes — is my current level of diabetes control and erectile dysfunction a good match for what this study is testing?
2Since this is a non-drug exercise-based trial with no listed phase, what do we actually know so far about whether Pilates or pelvic floor exercises can meaningfully improve penile perfusion in diabetic men, and how does that compare to my current treatment options?
3The trial measures penile perfusion as its main outcome — can you explain what that means in practical terms, and whether an improvement in that measure would likely translate to a noticeable change in my erectile function?
4Participating would probably involve regular Pilates sessions and possibly pelvic floor exercises — given my overall health and any diabetes-related complications I have, are there any physical risks or limitations I should think about before committing to this kind of program?
5Before I consider joining this trial, should we first try or optimize any standard treatments for diabetic erectile dysfunction, such as medication or supervised pelvic floor therapy, to see if those work for me first?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
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.