Simple exercises cut severe birth tears - study shows

NCT ID NCT07292948

Summary

This study tested whether a structured pelvic floor exercise program during pregnancy could reduce severe tearing during vaginal birth. First-time mothers at 28+ weeks were offered twice-weekly supervised exercises plus daily home practice, while others received standard care. Researchers compared rates of severe tears, episiotomy, labor duration, and postpartum incontinence between the two groups.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Harran University Research and Application Hospital

    Şanliurfa, HALİLİYE, 63300, Turkey (Türkiye)

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