Effects of Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy Versus Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy in Female… (NCT07584174) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Effects of Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy Versus Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy in Females With Sexual Dysfunction.
Egypt90 participantsStarted 2026-05-14
Plain-language summary
This is a prospective, three-arm, parallel-group, assessor-blinded randomized controlled trial designed to compare the effectiveness of extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT) combined with pelvic floor muscle training (PFMT), pulsed electromagnetic field stimulation (PEMF) combined with PFMT, and PFMT alone in Females with sexual dysfunction. Participants will be randomly allocated in a 1:1:1 ratio, and the study duration is 16 weeks, including an 8-week intervention period and an 8-week follow-up period.
Who can participate
Age range
20 Years – 50 Years
Sex
FEMALE
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Inclusion criteria
. Female participants aged 20-50 years diagnosed with female sexual dysfunction (FSFI score \<26.55), reporting symptoms of reduced sexual desire, arousal dysfunction, orgasmic dysfunction, or dyspareunia.
. Premenopausal women in a stable sexual relationship for at least 6 months and sexually active during the previous month.
. Symptoms persisting for at least 3 months before enrollment.
. Ability to understand study procedures and provide written informed consent.
. Willingness to refrain from initiating any additional treatment for sexual dysfunction during the study period
Exclusion criteria
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.