Primipara PregnantNCT07243522
The Effect of Birth Positions on Labor
A study testing Semi-sitting birth position in people with Primipara Pregnant and Primipara Labour, run by Ege University at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
Trial summary
This study is a randomized controlled trial aimed at evaluating the effects of positions used during labor on pelvic floor muscle strength and the severity and nature of perineal pain in primiparous pregnant women. Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 18 to 35 years, women onlyHealthy volunteers can take part
- Conditions the study is for
- Primipara Pregnant, Primipara Labour
- What is being tested?
- Semi-sitting birth position
- Could I receive a placebo?
- No, everyone receives an active treatment
- How many people
- 70 participants
- Where
- 1 siteTurkey (Türkiye)
- Study dates
- 7 Oct 2025to 7 Oct 2026
- Phase
- Interventional
- Are there results?
- Not yet: the study is under way
Key requirements
Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.
- Ages 18 to 35 years
- Women only
- Healthy volunteers accepted
- Adult
Who may be able to join
- Being between 18 and 35 years of age
- Being primiparous
- Being at term (37-42 weeks)
- Being in the latent phase of the first stage of labor
- Being in the vertex position, having a single, live fetus
- Having an estimated fetal weight between 2500 and 4000 grams
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- Having a maternal Body Mass Index <30
- Pregnant women who are expected to give birth vaginally
- Ability to understand and speak Turkish
- Volunteer to participate in the study
Who cannot join
- Non-cephalic presentation
- Chronic diseases (heart disease, epilepsy, hypertension, hypothyroidism, diabetes, and kidney disease, etc.)
- Risk of obstetric complications (gestational hypertension, cephalopelvic disproportion, antepartum hemorrhage, intrauterine growth restriction, premature rupture of membranes, etc.)
- History of pelvic surgery
- History of prolapse surgery
- History of collagen disorder
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- Severe anemia
- Presence of genital tract infection
- Abnormalities of the vulva (presence of vulvar edema, scarring, etc.)
- Application of fundal pressure
- Interventional delivery (use of forceps/vacuum during the second stage, etc.)
- Cesarean section
- Fetal (risk/presence of congenital malformations, estimated fetal weight <2500 g or >4000 g)
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country. Contact the study team or a site near you to ask about taking part.
Turkey (Türkiye)1 site, 1 recruiting
- Recruiting
Izmir Bakircay University Cigli Training and Research Hospital
Izmir
Ayse Rabia Kanbak, Associate Professor, +90 232 398 37 00, draysekanbak@gmail.com
About this study
Official title: The Effect of Birth Positions on Pelvic Floor Muscle Strength, Severity, and Quality of Perineal Pain in Primiparous Pregnant Women: A Randomized Controlled Trial
This study is a randomized controlled trial aimed at evaluating the effects of positions used during labor on pelvic floor muscle strength and the severity and nature of perineal pain in primiparous pregnant women. The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends supporting women's freedom of movement during the second stage of labor and encouraging upright birthing positions. However, in many countries, births are still performed in supine or lithotomy positions, and knowledge and practice regarding upright positions persist. This situation points to a significant knowledge and practice gap for both birthing women and healthcare professionals.
The study will be conducted at the Birth Unit of Bakırçay University Çiğli Training and Research Hospital, Izmir. Following ethics committee approval, the study will be conducted within one year. The sample will consist of 70 primiparous pregnant women who present to the birth unit and meet the inclusion criteria. Participants will be randomly assigned to the intervention and control groups via random.org. Pregnant women in the intervention group will deliver in the Semi-Fowler's (semi-sitting) position, while those in the control group will deliver in the lithotomy position, which is the hospital's standard practice.
Read more
Data will be collected in two stages. In the first stage, data will be collected at the onset of labor and when cervical dilation reaches 8-10 cm. In the second stage, data will be collected within 24 hours after delivery, at 6 weeks and 6 months postpartum. Data collection tools will be administered to each woman a total of five times in the first and second stages. Pelvic floor muscle strength will be assessed both objectively with a perineometer and subjectively with the Oxford scale. The severity and nature of perineal pain will be measured with the McGill Pain Scale Short Form.
The hypotheses of the study are that delivering in a semi-sitting position will increase pelvic floor muscle strength and reduce perineal pain. The data will be analyzed using the SPSS 23 software package, using parametric and non-parametric tests. Intention-to-treat (ITT) analysis will be applied when necessary to mitigate the impact of data loss.
This study aims to evaluate not only the effects of birthing positions on the labor process but also their impact on women's health in the postpartum period. This research, which will contribute to expanding the limited literature on this topic, is also expected to support the widespread adoption of a woman-centered approach to care in maternity services.
Read the detailed description
This study is a randomized controlled trial aimed at evaluating the effects of positions used during labor on pelvic floor muscle strength and the severity and nature of perineal pain in primiparous pregnant women. The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends supporting women's freedom of movement during the second stage of labor and encouraging upright birthing positions. However, in many countries, births are still performed in supine or lithotomy positions, and knowledge and practice regarding upright positions persist. This situation points to a significant knowledge and practice gap for both birthing women and healthcare professionals.
The study will be conducted at the Birth Unit of Bakırçay University Çiğli Training and Research Hospital, Izmir. Following ethics committee approval, the study will be conducted within one year. The sample will consist of 70 primiparous pregnant women who present to the birth unit and meet the inclusion criteria. Participants will be randomly assigned to the intervention and control groups via random.org. Pregnant women in the intervention group will deliver in the Semi-Fowler's (semi-sitting) position, while those in the control group will deliver in the lithotomy position, which is the hospital's standard practice.
Data will be collected in two stages. In the first stage, data will be collected at the onset of labor and when cervical dilation reaches 8-10 cm. In the second stage, data will be collected within 24 hours after delivery, at 6 weeks and 6 months postpartum. Data collection tools will be administered to each woman a total of five times in the first and second stages. Pelvic floor muscle strength will be assessed both objectively with a perineometer and subjectively with the Oxford scale. The severity and nature of perineal pain will be measured with the McGill Pain Scale Short Form.
The hypotheses of the study are that delivering in a semi-sitting position will increase pelvic floor muscle strength and reduce perineal pain. The data will be analyzed using the SPSS 23 software package, using parametric and non-parametric tests. Intention-to-treat (ITT) analysis will be applied when necessary to mitigate the impact of data loss.
This study aims to evaluate not only the effects of birthing positions on the labor process but also their impact on women's health in the postpartum period. This research, which will contribute to expanding the limited literature on this topic, is also expected to support the widespread adoption of a woman-centered approach to care in maternity services.
- Conditions
- Primipara Pregnant, Primipara Labour
- Being tested
- Semi-sitting birth position
- Keywords
- birth positions, pelvic floor, perineal pain
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
Semi-sitting birth positionOther
Pregnant women who present to the maternity unit, meet the inclusion criteria, are assigned to the intervention group after randomization, and agree to participate in the study will be informed about birthing positions by the primary investigator. During the pilot study for the study, it was determined that the ideal position, considering clinical conditions, patient safety, and comfort, is Semi-sittin. Therefore, pregnant women in the intervention group will deliver in the Semi-sitting position.
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Control Group (Lithotomy Position Group) | No intervention | Not described |
| Intervention Group (Semi-sitting Position Group) | Experimental | Not described Receives: Other: Semi-sitting birth position |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Pelvic Floor Muscle Strength Measurement
Pelvic floor muscle strength will be assessed both objectively with a perineometer and subjectively with the Oxford scale.
Measured: From enrollment to the end of postpartum at 6 months
Secondary outcomes (1)
Perineal Pain
The severity and nature of perineal pain will be measured with the McGill Pain Scale Short Form.
Measured: From enrollment to the end of postpartum at 6 months
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted24 Nov 2025
- Study start7 Oct 2025
- Primary completion1 Mar 2026
- Study completion7 Oct 2026 (estimated)
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Publications (11)Papers the sponsor has linked to this study.
- Other trials for Primipara PregnantStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- More trials run by Ege UniversityThe sponsor's other registered studies.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
More details
For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.
Study design
- Study type
- Interventional
- Phase
- Phase N/A
- Primary purpose
- Supportive care
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- Single blind
- Who is masked
- Outcomes assessor
- Enrolment
- 70 participants (estimated)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Ege University
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Principal investigator, Emine Demir, Ege University
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07243522
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- 25-AKD-139
- Status last verified
- Dec 2025
- First submitted
- 14 Nov 2025
- Last updated
- 3 Mar 2026
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- No
Publications
Bozkurt M, Yumru AE, Sahin L. Pelvic floor dysfunction, and effects of pregnancy and mode of delivery on pelvic floor. Taiwan J Obstet Gynecol. 2014 Dec;53(4):452-8. doi: 10.1016/j.tjog.2014.08.001.
PubMed 25510682Catanzarite T, Bremner S, Barlow CL, Bou-Malham L, O'Connor S, Alperin M. Pelvic muscles' mechanical response to strains in the absence and presence of pregnancy-induced adaptations in a rat model. Am J Obstet Gynecol. 2018 May;218(5):512.e1-512.e9. doi: 10.1016/j.ajog.2018.02.001. Epub 2018 Feb 9.
PubMed 29432755Alperin M, Lawley DM, Esparza MC, Lieber RL. Pregnancy-induced adaptations in the intrinsic structure of rat pelvic floor muscles. Am J Obstet Gynecol. 2015 Aug;213(2):191.e1-7. doi: 10.1016/j.ajog.2015.05.012. Epub 2015 May 13.
PubMed 25979618Hofmeyr GJ, Vogel JP, Singata M, Habib NA, Landoulsi S, Gulmezoglu AM. Does gentle assisted pushing or giving birth in the upright position reduce the duration of the second stage of labour? A three-arm, open-label, randomised controlled trial in South Africa. BMJ Glob Health. 2018 Jun 29;3(3):e000906. doi: 10.1136/bmjgh-2018-000906. eCollection 2018.
PubMed 29989055Dabral, A., Pawar, P., Bharti, R., Kumari, A., Batra, A., ve Arora, R. (2018). Upright kneeling position during second stage of labor: a pilot study. Int J Reprod Contracept Obst Gynecol, 7(2), (s.401-407).
Berta M, Lindgren H, Christensson K, Mekonnen S, Adefris M. Effect of maternal birth positions on duration of second stage of labor: systematic review and meta-analysis. BMC Pregnancy Childbirth. 2019 Dec 4;19(1):466. doi: 10.1186/s12884-019-2620-0.
PubMed 31801479Deliktas A, Kukulu K. A meta-analysis of the effect on maternal health of upright positions during the second stage of labour, without routine epidural analgesia. J Adv Nurs. 2018 Feb;74(2):263-278. doi: 10.1111/jan.13447. Epub 2017 Oct 4.
PubMed 28881046Gupta JK, Sood A, Hofmeyr GJ, Vogel JP. Position in the second stage of labour for women without epidural anaesthesia. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2017 May 25;5(5):CD002006. doi: 10.1002/14651858.CD002006.pub4.
PubMed 28539008Walker KF, Kibuka M, Thornton JG, Jones NW. Maternal position in the second stage of labour for women with epidural anaesthesia. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2018 Nov 9;11(11):CD008070. doi: 10.1002/14651858.CD008070.pub4.
PubMed 30411804Zang Y, Lu H, Zhang H, Zhang X, Yang M, Huang J. Chinese midwives' perceptions on upright positions during the second stage of labour: A qualitative study. Midwifery. 2021 Jul;98:102993. doi: 10.1016/j.midw.2021.102993. Epub 2021 Mar 19.
PubMed 33823359Zang Y, Lu H, Zhang H, Huang J, Zhao Y, Ren L. Benefits and risks of upright positions during the second stage of labour: An overview of systematic reviews. Int J Nurs Stud. 2021 Feb;114:103812. doi: 10.1016/j.ijnurstu.2020.103812. Epub 2020 Oct 29.
PubMed 33217662
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 3 Mar 2026. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- The Effect of Birth Positions on Pelvic Floor Muscle Strength, Severity, and Quality of Perineal Pain in Primiparous Pregnant Women: A Randomized Controlled Trial
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07243522
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- 25-AKD-139
- Conditions
- Primipara Pregnant, Primipara Labour
- Keywords
- birth positions, pelvic floor, perineal pain
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Recruiting
- Enrolment
- 70 participants (estimated)
- Lead sponsor
- Ege UniversityUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 7 Oct 2025 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 1 Mar 2026 (actual)
- Study completion
- 7 Oct 2026 (estimated)
- First posted
- 24 Nov 2025 (actual)
- Results
- Not posted in the source record
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
This study is a randomized controlled trial aimed at evaluating the effects of positions used during labor on pelvic floor muscle strength and the severity and nature of perineal pain in primiparous pregnant women. The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends supporting women's freedom of movement during the second stage of labor and encouraging upright birthing positions. However, in many countries, births are still performed in supine or lithotomy positions, and knowledge and practice regarding upright positions persist. This situation points to a significant knowledge and practice gap for both birthing women and healthcare professionals.
The study will be conducted at the Birth Unit of Bakırçay University Çiğli Training and Research Hospital, Izmir. Following ethics committee approval, the study will be conducted within one year. The sample will consist of 70 primiparous pregnant women who present to the birth unit and meet the inclusion criteria. Participants will be randomly assigned to the intervention and control groups via random.org. Pregnant women in the intervention group will deliver in the Semi-Fowler's (semi-sitting) position, while those in the control group will deliver in the lithotomy position, which is the hospital's standard practice.
Data will be collected in two stages. In the first stage, data will be collected at the onset of labor and when cervical dilation reaches 8-10 cm. In the second stage, data will be collected within 24 hours after delivery, at 6 weeks and 6 months postpartum. Data collection tools will be administered to each woman a total of five times in the first and second stages. Pelvic floor muscle strength will be assessed both objectively with a perineometer and subjectively with the Oxford scale. The severity and nature of perineal pain will be measured with the McGill Pain Scale Short Form.
The hypotheses of the study are that delivering in a semi-sitting position will increase pelvic floor muscle strength and reduce perineal pain. The data will be analyzed using the SPSS 23 software package, using parametric and non-parametric tests. Intention-to-treat (ITT) analysis will be applied when necessary to mitigate the impact of data loss.
This study aims to evaluate not only the effects of birthing positions on the labor process but also their impact on women's health in the postpartum period. This research, which will contribute to expanding the limited literature on this topic, is also expected to support the widespread adoption of a woman-centered approach to care in maternity services.
Detailed description
This study is a randomized controlled trial aimed at evaluating the effects of positions used during labor on pelvic floor muscle strength and the severity and nature of perineal pain in primiparous pregnant women. The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends supporting women's freedom of movement during the second stage of labor and encouraging upright birthing positions. However, in many countries, births are still performed in supine or lithotomy positions, and knowledge and practice regarding upright positions persist. This situation points to a significant knowledge and practice gap for both birthing women and healthcare professionals.
The study will be conducted at the Birth Unit of Bakırçay University Çiğli Training and Research Hospital, Izmir. Following ethics committee approval, the study will be conducted within one year. The sample will consist of 70 primiparous pregnant women who present to the birth unit and meet the inclusion criteria. Participants will be randomly assigned to the intervention and control groups via random.org. Pregnant women in the intervention group will deliver in the Semi-Fowler's (semi-sitting) position, while those in the control group will deliver in the lithotomy position, which is the hospital's standard practice.
Data will be collected in two stages. In the first stage, data will be collected at the onset of labor and when cervical dilation reaches 8-10 cm. In the second stage, data will be collected within 24 hours after delivery, at 6 weeks and 6 months postpartum. Data collection tools will be administered to each woman a total of five times in the first and second stages. Pelvic floor muscle strength will be assessed both objectively with a perineometer and subjectively with the Oxford scale. The severity and nature of perineal pain will be measured with the McGill Pain Scale Short Form.
The hypotheses of the study are that delivering in a semi-sitting position will increase pelvic floor muscle strength and reduce perineal pain. The data will be analyzed using the SPSS 23 software package, using parametric and non-parametric tests. Intention-to-treat (ITT) analysis will be applied when necessary to mitigate the impact of data loss.
This study aims to evaluate not only the effects of birthing positions on the labor process but also their impact on women's health in the postpartum period. This research, which will contribute to expanding the limited literature on this topic, is also expected to support the widespread adoption of a woman-centered approach to care in maternity services.
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Supportive care
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- Single blind (outcomes assessor)
- Number of arms
- 2
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Control Group (Lithotomy Position Group) | No intervention | – |
| Intervention Group (Semi-sitting Position Group) | Experimental | Other: Semi-sitting birth position |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 18 to 35 years
- Sex
- Female only
- Healthy volunteers
- Accepted
- Age groups
- Adult
Key inclusion criteria (10 listed)
- Being between 18 and 35 years of age
- Being primiparous
- Being at term (37-42 weeks)
- Being in the latent phase of the first stage of labor
- Being in the vertex position, having a single, live fetus
Key exclusion criteria (13 listed)
- Non-cephalic presentation
- Chronic diseases (heart disease, epilepsy, hypertension, hypothyroidism, diabetes, and kidney disease, etc.)
- Risk of obstetric complications (gestational hypertension, cephalopelvic disproportion, antepartum hemorrhage, intrauterine growth restriction, premature rupture of membranes, etc.)
- History of pelvic surgery
- History of prolapse surgery
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Interventions
| Intervention | Type | Arms |
|---|---|---|
| Semi-sitting birth positionPregnant women who present to the maternity unit, meet the inclusion criteria, are assigned to the intervention group after randomization, and agree to participate in the study will be informed about birthing positions by the primary investigator. During the pilot study for the study, it was determined that the ideal position, considering clinical conditions, patient safety, and comfort, is Semi-sittin. Therefore, pregnant women in the intervention group will deliver in the Semi-sitting position. | Other | Intervention Group (Semi-sitting Position Group) |
Primary outcome
Pelvic Floor Muscle Strength Measurement
Time frame: From enrollment to the end of postpartum at 6 months
Pelvic floor muscle strength will be assessed both objectively with a perineometer and subjectively with the Oxford scale.
1 secondary outcome
Perineal Pain
Time frame: From enrollment to the end of postpartum at 6 months
Results and safety
This study is still under way. Results are not available in the source record yet.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 3 Mar 2026.
- Results publication: PubMed 25510682Bozkurt M, Yumru AE, Sahin L. Pelvic floor dysfunction, and effects of pregnancy and mode of delivery on pelvic floor. Taiwan J Obstet Gynecol. 2014 Dec;53(4):452-8. doi: 10.1016/j.tjog.2014.08.001.
- Results publication: PubMed 29432755Catanzarite T, Bremner S, Barlow CL, Bou-Malham L, O'Connor S, Alperin M. Pelvic muscles' mechanical response to strains in the absence and presence of pregnancy-induced adaptations in a rat model. Am J Obstet Gynecol. 2018 May;218(5):512.e1-512.e9. doi: 10.1016/j.ajog.2018.02.001. Epub 2018 Feb 9.
- Results publication: PubMed 25979618Alperin M, Lawley DM, Esparza MC, Lieber RL. Pregnancy-induced adaptations in the intrinsic structure of rat pelvic floor muscles. Am J Obstet Gynecol. 2015 Aug;213(2):191.e1-7. doi: 10.1016/j.ajog.2015.05.012. Epub 2015 May 13.
- Results publication: PubMed 29989055Hofmeyr GJ, Vogel JP, Singata M, Habib NA, Landoulsi S, Gulmezoglu AM. Does gentle assisted pushing or giving birth in the upright position reduce the duration of the second stage of labour? A three-arm, open-label, randomised controlled trial in South Africa. BMJ Glob Health. 2018 Jun 29;3(3):e000906. doi: 10.1136/bmjgh-2018-000906. eCollection 2018.
- Results publicationDabral, A., Pawar, P., Bharti, R., Kumari, A., Batra, A., ve Arora, R. (2018). Upright kneeling position during second stage of labor: a pilot study. Int J Reprod Contracept Obst Gynecol, 7(2), (s.401-407).
- Results publication: PubMed 31801479Berta M, Lindgren H, Christensson K, Mekonnen S, Adefris M. Effect of maternal birth positions on duration of second stage of labor: systematic review and meta-analysis. BMC Pregnancy Childbirth. 2019 Dec 4;19(1):466. doi: 10.1186/s12884-019-2620-0.
- Results publication: PubMed 28881046Deliktas A, Kukulu K. A meta-analysis of the effect on maternal health of upright positions during the second stage of labour, without routine epidural analgesia. J Adv Nurs. 2018 Feb;74(2):263-278. doi: 10.1111/jan.13447. Epub 2017 Oct 4.
- Results publication: PubMed 28539008Gupta JK, Sood A, Hofmeyr GJ, Vogel JP. Position in the second stage of labour for women without epidural anaesthesia. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2017 May 25;5(5):CD002006. doi: 10.1002/14651858.CD002006.pub4.
- Results publication: PubMed 30411804Walker KF, Kibuka M, Thornton JG, Jones NW. Maternal position in the second stage of labour for women with epidural anaesthesia. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2018 Nov 9;11(11):CD008070. doi: 10.1002/14651858.CD008070.pub4.
- Results publication: PubMed 33823359Zang Y, Lu H, Zhang H, Zhang X, Yang M, Huang J. Chinese midwives' perceptions on upright positions during the second stage of labour: A qualitative study. Midwifery. 2021 Jul;98:102993. doi: 10.1016/j.midw.2021.102993. Epub 2021 Mar 19.
- Results publication: PubMed 33217662Zang Y, Lu H, Zhang H, Huang J, Zhao Y, Ren L. Benefits and risks of upright positions during the second stage of labour: An overview of systematic reviews. Int J Nurs Stud. 2021 Feb;114:103812. doi: 10.1016/j.ijnurstu.2020.103812. Epub 2020 Oct 29.
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: No
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Referral and contact
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Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
A study testing Semi-sitting birth position in people with Primipara Pregnant and Primipara Labour, run by Ege University at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.
Who may be eligible to take part?
The sponsor lists 10 inclusion and 13 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.
Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?
The record says: looking for participants now, as of the sponsor's last update on 3 Mar 2026. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
Where is the study taking place?
The record lists 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye). Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.
What are the possible benefits and risks?
They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.
Are results available for this study?
This study is still under way. Results are not available in the source record yet.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
Contact Emine Demir, Research Assistant (+90 232 311 83 00, demiremine0146@gmail.com), or a site near the patient. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
Pelvic Floor Muscle Strength Measurement (time frame: From enrollment to the end of postpartum at 6 months). It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
On the ClinicalTrials.gov record for NCT07243522, which also lists 11 linked publications.
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?
No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.
How often is this information updated?
AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 3 Mar 2026.