Mind over muscle: imagining pelvic floor moves may boost strength
NCT ID NCT06090435
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether adding mental imagery or video observation to standard exercise could improve pelvic floor muscle strength and pain sensitivity in young women without symptoms. Forty-five participants were split into three groups: exercise plus motor imagery (imagining the movements), exercise plus action observation (watching the movements), or exercise alone. Researchers measured muscle strength, pain thresholds, and lower back control to see if the mental techniques provided extra benefit.
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this could point toward simple, non-invasive ways to strengthen pelvic floor muscles and reduce pain in women.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early study in healthy women, so results may not apply to those with symptoms or other conditions. The interventions are behavioral, so effects may be modest.
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Ferran Cuenca Martínez
Valencia, 46017, Spain