An interventional study of hypopressive training and transverses abdominis focused core training in Postpartum, sponsored by Riphah International University. Recruiting at 1 site in Pakistan. Open to female participants aged 18 Years to 35 Years, including healthy volunteers. Per ClinicalTrials.gov, last updated 2026-09-24.
Sponsored by Riphah International University · Not applicable, Interventional, and Treatment
The study aims to compare the effectiveness of these two core training approaches in improving urinary incontinence, pelvic floor function, and quality of life in postpartum women.
The primary outcomes of this study are urinary incontinence, pelvic floor function, and quality of life in postpartum women. These outcomes will be assessed using validated instruments: the International Consultation on Incontinence Questionnaire-Urinary Incontinence (ICIQ-UI) for evaluating the severity of urinary incontinence, the King's Health Questionnaire (KHQ) for assessing the impact on pelvic floor function and health-related quality of life, and the Incontinence Impact Questionnaire (IIQ-7) for measuring the broader impact of incontinence on daily activities and emotional well-being. Outcome measures will be measured at baseline and after 4 weeks. Data analysis will be done by SPSS version 25.
983 studies on the registry are indexed under Urinary Incontinence; 180 are open to participants now.
This study's planned enrollment of 60 is close to the median of 66 across 739 interventional studies indexed under Urinary Incontinence.
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Exercises were conducted in various postures to challenge the body differently and enhance muscular endurance
Other: hypopressive training
Teach correct pelvic floor and TrA activation; build foundational strength
Other: transverses abdominis focused core training
Frequency: 3 sessions/week under supervision Duration: 30-40 minutes/session For 6 weeks
3 sessions/week under supervision Duration: 30-40 minutes/session For 6 weeks
International Consultation on Incontinence Questionnaire - Urinary Incontinence
The tool is used for assessing urinary incontinence symptoms by measuring the frequency, severity, and impact of urinary leakage on quality of life. It includes specific questions related to how often leakage occurs, the amount of urine lost, and how these symptoms affect various aspects of daily life, providing a comprehensive evaluation of the individual's condition
Time frame: 6th week
King's Health Questionnaire
The tool is used for evaluating the impact of urinary incontinence on the quality of life in women, offering a comprehensive understanding of how stress urinary incontinence (SUI) affects their physical, emotional, and social well-being. It is particularly relevant for postpartum women, as it captures the functional limitations and lifestyle disruptions caused by incontinence, making it a valuable instrument for assessing the broader effects of SUI on daily life.
Time frame: 6th week
Incontinence Impact Questionnaire
The Incontinence Impact Questionnaire (IIQ) is a validated self-report tool designed to measure the impact of urinary incontinence on a woman's quality of life across physical, social, and emotional domains.30 items divided into four domains: Physical activity (6 items), Travel (6 items), Social relationships (10 items), Emotional health (8 items)
Time frame: 6th week
Plan to share: No
Started Oct 2025 (actual). Primary completion is estimated for Oct 2026, 12 months after the start.
Of 301 non-industry interventional studies with no phase under Urinary Incontinence, half reached primary completion within 15 months of starting (the median), counting those still running; a quarter within 7 and three quarters within 37. This study's planned 12 months is below that.
Counting every sponsor, half of 364 studies reached it within 15 months; a quarter within 7 and three quarters within 35.
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