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Can water workouts strengthen pelvic floor muscles in pregnancy?

NCT ID NCT07767357

Disease control Sponsor: Saveetha University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Aug 17, 2026 · Last updated Aug 18, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looks back at medical records to compare two types of pelvic floor muscle training in pregnant women: one done in a heated pool (hydrotherapy) and one done on land. The goal is to see if water-based exercises lead to better pelvic floor muscle endurance, which is important for bladder control and recovery after childbirth. The researchers will analyze data from 256 pregnant women, aged 20-35, who already participated in one of these exercise programs. No new treatments are given; the study simply reviews existing information to answer whether hydrotherapy offers an advantage.

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Active substance
Hydrotherapy-based pelvic floor muscle training (exercises in a heated pool) compared with land-based pelvic floor muscle training
What this could lead to
If hydrotherapy proves more effective, it could offer pregnant women a gentler, water-based option to strengthen pelvic floor muscles and potentially reduce pelvic floor disorders.
What could go wrong
This is a retrospective study, so it can only show associations, not proof. Results may be influenced by differences between the groups, and the findings may not apply to all pregnant women.

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

256 people

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Started

Nov 2024

Finished

Apr 2026

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

20 to 35 years

Sex

Female participants only

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Inclusion Criteria: * Pregnant women aged 20-35 years, singleton pregnancy confirmed by ultrasound, gestational age between 18 and 32 weeks (second to early third trimester), absence of obstetric complications such as placenta previa, gestational diabetes or preeclampsia medical clearance from an obstetrician to participate in hydrotherapy and moderate physical activity, ability to understand and follow instructions, willingness to participate in regular exercise sessions and attend follow-up assessments for 6 weeks. Exclusion Criteria: * Age below 20 years or above 35 years, gestational age outside the 18-32week range, multiple pregnancy, obstetric complications such as placenta previa, uncontrolled gestational diabetes or pregnancy-induced hypertension, open wounds or infections contraindicating hydrotherapy, musculoskeletal conditions limiting safe participation in aquatic exercise, history of cardiovascular or respiratory disorders, fear of water or discomfort in aquatic environments, inability to complete follow-up evaluations or refusal to participate in the intervention period.

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Conditions

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Pelvic Floor Disorders

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Pelvic floor disorders Pregnancy

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Saveetha Medical College and Hospital (SMCH)

    Chennai, Tamil Nadu, 602105, India

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