NCT06877325

Synergistic Effects of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practices and Pelvic Floor Muscle Training

Synergistic Effects of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practices and Pelvic Floor Muscle Training on Postpartum Stress Urinary Incontinence

• Status: Completed
• Phase: N/A
• Study type: Interventional
• Enrollment: 108 (actual)
• Sponsor: Guangxi College for Preschool Education · Academic / Other
• Sex: Female
• Age: 20 Years – 35 Years
• Healthy volunteers: Not accepted

Summary

This study was conducted within a randomized controlled trial framework using a double-blind design. Participants were assigned to one of three intervention groups: the Pelvic Floor Muscle Training group (PFMT), the Pelvic Floor Muscle Training combined with the Qigong group (PFMTQG), and the Qigong Practice group (QG). Randomization was performed using a random number table. Professional trainers implemented the intervention programs. Researchers conducted a 12-week intervention study, with training sessions held thrice weekly. During the trial, participants agreed not to engage in other forms of physical exercise.

Conditions

• Maternal Stress

Interventions

Type	Name	Description
BEHAVIORAL	PFMT	The training is divided into three phases. The first phase is the foundation phase (Weeks 1-4), which primarily activates the pelvic floor muscles. Strengthening Phase (Weeks 5-8): Builds muscular endurance and control by increasing contraction duration. Consolidation Phase (Weeks 9-12): Enhances overall stability and strength through functional movements.
BEHAVIORAL	QGPFMT	The training is divided into three phases: Foundation Phase (Weeks 1-4): Focuses on breath regulation and activation to promote energy flow and awaken the pelvic floor muscles. Strengthening Phase (Weeks 5-8): Combines core stability training to enhance muscle strength and flexibility. Consolidation Phase (Weeks 9-12): This phase strengthens core control while incorporating standing meditation and breathing exercises to harmonize body and mind, improving overall stability and endurance.
BEHAVIORAL	Qigong	The training is divided into three phases. The first phase (Weeks 1-4) focuses on breathing regulation and relaxation to enhance blood circulation and promote body recovery. Strengthening Phase (Weeks 5-8): Utilizes "Dao Yin" techniques to improve flexibility and stimulate energy flow. Consolidation Phase (Weeks 9-12): Emphasizes overall enhancement and core strengthening and incorporates extended deep breathing meditation to harmonize body and mind.

Timeline

• Start date: 2022-10-01
• Primary completion: 2024-04-01
• Completion: 2024-04-10
• First posted: 2025-03-14
• Last updated: 2025-03-14

Locations

1 site across 1 country: China