Think away the pain: mental exercises tested for pregnancy backache
NCT ID NCT07516743
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jul 15, 2026 · Updated 3 times
Summary
This study tests whether a single session of motor imagery exercises—mentally practicing movements—can reduce pain in pregnant women with lumbopelvic pain. Forty participants will be randomly assigned to real or placebo imagery exercises. Researchers will measure pain levels and imagery ability before and after the session.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Motor imagery exercise (mental practice of movement)
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to reduce back and pelvic pain during pregnancy.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very small, early study with only 40 people and a single session. Results may not apply to all pregnant women or lead to lasting relief.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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KTO Karatay University
Konya, Karatay, Turkey (Türkiye)