Study on Pelvic Floor Exercises With and Without Pelvic Support Belt to Improve Pain and Function in Postpartum Women With Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction

What this Trial Is About

Pubic Symphysis Dysfunction SPD is a condition affecting the pelvic joint that connects the two pubic bones, often causing pain in the pelvic area, lower abdomen, or groin. This condition commonly occurs due to ligament loosening during pregnancy, influenced by hormonal changes like increased relaxin. Researchers are conducting a randomized clinical trial to study the effects of pelvic floor exercises with or without a pelvic support belt on pain, function, and disability in postpartum females with SPD. Participants will be divided into two groups Group A will receive a 10-minute phonophoresis session as baseline treatment plus pelvic floor exercises Kegel Exercises, Dead Bug, Bridging, Pelvic Tilt, Squats along with a pelvic support belt. Group B will receive the same phonophoresis and exercises but without the pelvic support belt. Exercises will be performed in sets of 10 repetitions, 2 sets each, 3 to 5 times per week. The study lasts 10 months after approval, involving 48 participants. During the study, participants will be assessed using the Visual Analog Scale VAS for pain, the Oswestry Disability Index ODI, and the Pelvic Floor Impact Questionnaire PFIQ-7 to measure pain, disability, and function at the 6th week. Data will be collected and analyzed to evaluate the impact of these interventions. The study is led by Riphah International University and includes monitoring of symptoms and function throughout the trial.

Effects of Pelvic Floor Exercises and Pelvic Support Belt in Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction