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Can a simple wand give women more control during childbirth?

NCT ID NCT06986824

Symptom relief Sponsor: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This pilot study tests whether using a pelvic wand for perineal massage in late pregnancy and during labor can help women feel more in control and reduce pelvic injuries. Researchers will enroll 140 pregnant women at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. Participants will either use the wand or receive standard care, and their sense of agency during labor will be compared.

What this could mean

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Active substance
pelvic wand
What this could lead to
If it works, this could give pregnant women a simple, self-directed tool to feel more in control during labor and reduce pelvic injuries.
What could go wrong
This is a small pilot study (140 participants) testing a device, not a drug. Results may not apply to all women, and the benefit over standard care is uncertain.

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Study facts

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Phase

Phase 4

Runs after approval, following long-term safety and how well the treatment works in everyday use.

Participants

About 140 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

Oct 2025

Expected to finish

Sep 2026

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Female participants only

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Pregnant * Plan to give birth at BIDMC * Age ≥18 years old * English language preference * 32-36 weeks 'gestation Exclusion Criteria: * Contraindication to vaginal birth, active genital herpes infection, fetal anomaly requiring cesarean birth).

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

injury Patient Participation Pelvic Floor Disorders pregnancy disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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Obstetric; injury Patient empowerment Pelvic floor disorders Pregnancy related

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    RECRUITING

    Boston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States

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