NCT07094633

Comparative Effects of Kegel Versus Clamshell Exercises on Low Back Pain in Women With Uterine Fibroids: A Randomized Clinical Trial

• Status: Completed
• Phase: N/A
• Study type: Interventional
• Enrollment: 30 (actual)
• Sponsor: University of Faisalabad · Academic / Other
• Sex: Female
• Age: 30 Years – 50 Years
• Healthy volunteers: Not accepted

Summary

Uterine fibroids represent a significant health concern for many women of reproductive age. Common symptoms include a tilted pelvis, heavy menstrual bleeding, and lower back pain (LBP). Nonspecific LBP is particularly prevalent among individuals aged 30 to 50 years, and it is one of the major symptoms experienced by women with uterine fibroids. Exercise therapy has been shown to be an effective approach for managing this condition. In particular, Kegel exercises and Clamshell exercises have emerged as promising options. Kegel exercises primarily focus on strengthening the pelvic floor muscles, while Clamshell exercises target the pelvic region and play a vital role in alleviating LBP. Therefore, the aim of this study was to compare the effects of Kegel exercises and Clamshell exercises in reducing lower back pain in women with uterine fibroids.

Conditions

• Low Back Pain
• Uterine Fibroids (UF)

Interventions

Type	Name	Description
PROCEDURE	Kegel Exercise Group	The patient was positioned in a supine lying position, with the therapist standing beside them for guidance. They were instructed to engage and contract their pelvic floor muscles for 3 to 5 seconds, followed by a relaxation phase of 3 to 5 seconds.
PROCEDURE	Clamshell Exercise Group	The patient was positioned in a side-lying posture with both knees flexed at 90 degrees. One hand was placed on the hip for stability, while the other supported the head. The therapist, standing nearby, instructed the patient to lift the top knee as high as comfortably possible while keeping the feet together. The position was held for 3 to 5 seconds, after which the knee was slowly lowered back to the starting position.

Timeline

• Start date: 2025-02-14
• Primary completion: 2025-05-30
• Completion: 2025-05-30
• First posted: 2025-07-30
• Last updated: 2025-07-30

Locations

1 site across 1 country: Pakistan