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Ultrasound coaching may shorten labor for First-Time moms

NCT ID NCT07675642

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Bologna Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 30, 2026 · Last updated Jul 01, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether showing first-time mothers real-time ultrasound images of their pelvic floor muscles can help them push more effectively during labor. The trial focuses on women at full-term pregnancy who have a specific muscle coordination issue. Participants receive either ultrasound-guided training or standard verbal instructions, and researchers compare how long the pushing stage of labor lasts and whether birth outcomes improve.

What this could mean

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Active substance
ultrasound visual feedback training
What this could lead to
If effective, this simple training could reduce labor duration and complications for first-time mothers with pelvic floor muscle co-activation.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study. The training may not significantly improve birth outcomes, and results may not apply to all women.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 204 people

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Started

Apr 2026

Expected to finish

Jul 2031

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Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Female participants only

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Nulliparous (first pregnancy) * Adults (≥18 years old) * Singleton pregnancy * Presence of levator ani muscle co-activation at term pregnancy (37 weeks) * Candidates for vaginal delivery * Written informed consent signed for study participation Exclusion Criteria: * Presence of uterine malformations * Presence of fetal malformations * Presence of vaginal bleeding at the time of enrollment * Regular uterine contractions * Premature rupture of membranes

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Locations

  • IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Bologna

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    Bologna, Bologna, 40138, Italy

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