Effectiveness Of Early Bed Mobility Exercises And Ambulation In Post Operative Cesarean Section P… (NCT07501390) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Effectiveness Of Early Bed Mobility Exercises And Ambulation In Post Operative Cesarean Section Pain Reduction
Pakistan56 participantsStarted 2025-03-25
Plain-language summary
This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of early bed mobility exercises and ambulation in reducing post-operative pain among women who undergo elective cesarean section. A randomized controlled trial will be conducted with 56 participants divided into intervention and control groups. The intervention group will receive physiotherapy exercises such as pelvic rolling, breathing exercises, and ambulation, while the control group will receive routine nursing care. Pain intensity will be assessed using the Visual Analog Scale (VAS) and Numerical Pain Rating Scale (NPRS). The study is expected to show that early mobilization reduces pain, improves recovery, and enhances overall well-being.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years – 40 Years
Sex
FEMALE
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Women undergoing elective cesarean section
* Age between 18-40 years
* Medically stable patients
* Patients admitted and staying in hospital for at least 24 hours post-surgery
* Willing to participate and provide informed consent
Exclusion Criteria:
* History of previous abdominal surgeries (e.g., hernia, cholecystectomy)
* Presence of comorbidities such as diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, or long-term steroid use
* Patients with severe postpartum complications (e.g., hemorrhage, deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism)
* Patients experiencing severe nausea, dizziness, or vomiting
* Patients unable to follow instructions
* Patients unwilling to participate
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?
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.
What they're measuring
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Change in Postoperative Pain Intensity
Timeframe: Baseline (within 5 hours post-surgery) and at discharge (3-5 days post-surgery)