An interventional study of mind body exercises and relaxation exercises in Pregnancy Related, sponsored by Riphah International University. Completed at 1 site in Pakistan. Open to female participants aged 20 Years to 35 Years, including healthy volunteers. Per ClinicalTrials.gov, last updated 2026-02-25.
Sponsored by Riphah International University · Not applicable, Interventional, and Prevention
his Study is a randomized controlled trial (RCT) which will be collected through non probability convenient sampling technique and will be carried out for 10 months duration with a sample size of 34 pregnant women which will be collected through non probability convenient sampling technique. the participants will be divided into two groups. Group A will be involved in mind body exercises and group B will be given relaxation exercises
This Study is a randomized controlled trial (RCT) which will be collected through non probability convenient sampling technique and will be carried out for 10 months duration with a sample size of 34 pregnant women which will be collected through non probability convenient sampling technique. Sample will be collected from Gosha shifa and Ishaq Haroon Hospital. Pregnant women in their second trimester (between 14-28 weeks). Age between 20 to 35 years. Able to understand and participate in mind-body exercises sessions will be included. High-risk pregnancies (e.g., gestational diabetes, hypertension). Pre-existing medical conditions that could interfere with participation (e.g., severe musculoskeletal disorders). will be excluded. Tools used in the study are perceived stress scale (PSS) , Hamilton Anxiety Rating Scale (HARS) and Fatigue severity scale-(FSS).Data will be analyzed by busing SPSS 26.0
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The intervention consists of a structured program of mind-body exercises designed specifically for pregnant women. This involves a combination of yoga sessions, mindfulness meditation practices, deep breathing exercises, and progressive muscle relaxation techniques. The duration of these sessions will be 45 to 60 minutes each, with a recommended frequency of 2-3 times per week for eight weeks
Other: mind body exercises
this includes Awareness about relaxation exercises including relax postures and generalized exercise interventions. The duration of these sessions will be 45 to 60 minutes each, with a recommended frequency of 2-3 times per week for eight weeks
Other: relaxation exercises
intervention might consist of a structured program of mind-body exercises designed specifically for pregnant women. This could involve a combination of yoga sessions, mindfulness meditation practices, deep breathing exercises, and progressive muscle relaxation techniques. The duration of these sessions will be 45 to 60 minutes each, with a recommended frequency of 2-3 times per week for 8 weeks
It involves relaxation exercises including deep breathing, relaxing postures etc. The duration of these sessions will be 45 to 60 minutes each, with a recommended frequency of 2-3 times per week for 8 weeks
Perceived- Stress Scale (PSS)
The PSS has shown good internal consistency, with Cronbach's alpha coefficients typically ranging from 0.70 to 0.90. Test-retest reliability over short intervals (e.g., a few days to a month) is generally acceptable, with correlation coefficients often above 0.70.The PSS correlates well with other measures of stress and related constructs, demonstrating good construct validity. High PSS scores have been associated with increased risk for health problems and psychological issues, indicating good predictive validity
Time frame: 8th week
Hamilton Anxiety Rating Scale (HARS)
The HARS has demonstrated good internal consistency, with Cronbach's alpha coefficients typically ranging from 0.74 to 0.96. Inter-rater reliability is high, with intraclass correlation coefficients often above 0.80. Test-retest reliability over periods of days to weeks is generally good, with correlation coefficients often above 0.75.The HARS covers a broad range of anxiety symptoms, ensuring good content validity. It correlates well with other measures of anxiety and related constructs, demonstrating good construct validity. The HARS scores are consistent with clinical diagnoses of anxiety disorders, indicating good concurrent validity
Time frame: 8th week
Fatigue Severity Scale (FSS)
The FSS has shown excellent internal consistency, with Cronbach's alpha coefficients typically above 0.90. Test-retest reliability over periods ranging from a few days to several weeks is generally high, with correlation coefficients often above 0.80.The FSS includes items that comprehensively cover the domain of fatigue, ensuring good content validity. It correlates well with other measures of fatigue and related constructs, demonstrating good construct validity. The FSS scores are consistent with clinical assessments of fatigue severity, indicating good concurrent validity
Time frame: 8th week
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