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Online exercise program aims to revive postpartum sexual health

NCT ID NCT07747285

Symptom relief Sponsor: University Medical Centre Ljubljana Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Aug 05, 2026 · Last updated Aug 06, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This trial tests a 12-week, physiotherapist-led online exercise program called POSH-Ex for women who recently gave birth. The program combines pelvic floor training, breathing exercises, and whole-body movements to improve sexual function and overall well-being. Researchers will compare outcomes between women who participate in the program and those receiving standard postpartum care. The goal is to see if this accessible approach can ease common postpartum issues like sexual dysfunction, fatigue, and low mood.

What this could mean

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Active substance
POSH-Ex, a physiotherapist-led telerehabilitation program combining pelvic floor training, breathing, core activation, and whole-body exercises via live online sessions
What this could lead to
If effective, this program could offer a standardized, accessible way to improve sexual function and quality of life for women after childbirth.
What could go wrong
This is a relatively small trial, and the benefits may not be confirmed or may not apply to all postpartum women. As with any exercise program, there is a small risk of injury or discomfort.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 84 people

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

Expected to start

Sep 2026

An estimate. Start dates often move.

Expected to finish

Sep 2027

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Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 to 45 years

Sex

Female participants only

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Women aged 18 to 45 years. * Between 10 and 12 weeks postpartum at the time of enrolment. * Singleton live birth. * Ability to understand and communicate in the Croatian language. * Ability to participate safely in moderate-intensity exercise. * Access to a computer, tablet, or smartphone with a stable internet connection for participation in online exercise sessions. * Willingness to comply with the study protocol and attend supervised exercise sessions. * Provision of written informed consent. Exclusion Criteria: * • Medical contraindications to exercise according to current clinical recommendations. * Pregnancy during the study period. * Severe musculoskeletal, neurological, cardiovascular, or other medical conditions preventing safe participation in exercise. * Current participation in another structured postpartum rehabilitation or exercise programme. * Severe psychiatric disorder requiring immediate specialist treatment. * Positive response to Item 10 of the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale indicating current thoughts of self-harm. Such participants will be referred for appropriate clinical assessment before potential study participation. * Inability to complete study questionnaires or follow study procedures.

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Conditions

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Fatigue Motor Activity postpartum depression

As listed by the trial registrant

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Fatigue Physical activity Postpartum depression Postpartum sexual dysfunction

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Health Centers of Croatia

    Varaždin, 42000, Croatia

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