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Shockwaves or magnets? new trial tests two therapies for Women's sexual health

NCT ID NCT07584174

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First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study tests whether low-intensity shockwave therapy or pulsed electromagnetic field therapy, each combined with pelvic floor muscle training, can improve sexual function in women with sexual dysfunction. 90 premenopausal women aged 20-50 will be randomly assigned to one of three groups for 8 weeks of treatment, followed by 8 weeks of monitoring. The main goal is to see if these therapies boost scores on a standard sexual function questionnaire.

What this could mean

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Active substance
low-intensity extracorporeal shockwave therapy and pulsed electromagnetic field therapy
What this could lead to
If successful, this could offer new non-drug options to improve sexual function and quality of life for women with sexual dysfunction.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 90 participants. Results may not apply to all women, and the therapies may not prove more effective than pelvic floor training alone.

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 90 people

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Started

May 2026

Expected to finish

Jan 2027

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Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

20 to 50 years

Sex

Female participants only

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: 1. Female participants aged 20-50 years diagnosed with female sexual dysfunction (FSFI score \<26.55), reporting symptoms of reduced sexual desire, arousal dysfunction, orgasmic dysfunction, or dyspareunia. 2. Premenopausal women in a stable sexual relationship for at least 6 months and sexually active during the previous month. 3. Symptoms persisting for at least 3 months before enrollment. 4. Ability to understand study procedures and provide written informed consent. 5. Willingness to refrain from initiating any additional treatment for sexual dysfunction during the study period Exclusion Criteria: 1. Pregnancy or planned pregnancy during the study period. 2. Pelvic surgery within the previous 6 months. 3. Active pelvic inflammatory disease, genital infection, or unexplained vaginal bleeding. 4. Neurological disorders affecting pelvic floor or sexual function. 5. Severe pelvic organ prolapse, severe urinary incontinence, or significant pelvic anatomical abnormalities. 6. Current hormonal therapy or use of medications known to affect sexual function, including antidepressants or antipsychotics. 7. Severe psychiatric disorders or cognitive impairment limiting participation. 8. Menopause or perimenopausal status. 9. Uncontrolled systemic diseases such as diabetes mellitus, hypertension, cardiovascular disease, or thyroid disorders. 10. Presence of malignancy, pelvic radiation history, or severe chronic pelvic pain disorders. 11. Contraindications to ESWT or PEMF including cardiac pacemakers or implanted electronic devices, coagulation disorders, anticoagulant therapy, epilepsy, or metal implants in the pelvic region. 12. Current participation in another clinical trial or receipt of physiotherapy for sexual dysfunction within the previous 3 months.

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  • Outpatient clinic, faculty of Physical Therapy, Beni Suef University

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    Banī Suwayf, Egypt

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