Effects of Clinical Pilates on Pain and Quality of Life in Women With Dyspareunia

Condition(s) studied

Investigational drug(s) / intervention(s)

Clinical Pilates Exercise: Pelvic Floor-Focused Clinical Pilates Exercises

Study summary

The aim of this study is to investigate the effects of clinical Pilates exercises on pain, self-esteem, body image, depression, and quality of life in women with dyspareunia. The study addresses dyspareunia as a multifaceted health problem with psychological, social as well as physical implications. it evaluates the effects of pelvic floor-focused clinical Pilates interventions on physiological symptoms and psychosocial well-being. it also demonstrates this approach as effective, safe, and evidence-based method in the treatment of dyspareunia among women in Turkish society.

Eligibility

Primary outcome measure(s)

• Numeric Rating Scale (NRS) — Baseline and 8 weeks
  The Numeric Rating Scale (NRS) is one of the most valid and reliable numerical scales used to assess an individual's pain intensity. Scores range from 0 to 10, with higher scores indicating greater pain intensity. A score of "0" represents "no pain," whereas "10" represents "the worst pain imaginable."\*\*

Trial sites (1)

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