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Filter by:Pregnancy Induced Pelvic Girdle Pain (PGP) is common complaint in pregnant women all over the world and it has a major impact on health and functioning as it decreases quality of life. The onset of PGP is usually seen at 17-19 week of gestation, with a peak of incidence at 24- 36 weeks. The purpose of this study is to compare the effects of stabilization exercises on pregnancy induced pelvic girdle pain and its effects on the activity levels as compare to the physiotherapy exercises that are routinely prescribed
Pelvic girdle pain is frequently experienced in pregnant women and the mechanism of pelvic girdle pain is not known exactly. The aim of this study is to investigate the effect of biomechanical and viscoelastic properties of plantar fascia on pelvic girdle pain in pregnant women.
Background: Pregnancy-related pelvic girdle pain (PGP) can appear during pregnancy, directly after labour or can be delayed to 3 weeks postpartum. Pain is experienced between the posterior iliac crest and the gluteal fold, particularly in the vicinity of the Sacroiliac joints (SIJ). The pain may radiate in the posterior thigh and can also occur in conjunction with/or separately in the symphysis. The endurance capacity for standing, walking, and sitting is diminished. The diagnosis of PGP can be reached after exclusion of lumbar causes. The pain or functional disturbances in relation to PGP must be reproducible by specific clinical tests. Lack of accurate and early diagnosis of the PGP reasons postpartum may contribute to development of chronic condition, lowering quality of life years after delivery. Objectives: The aim of the project is to evaluate the underlying cause of the severe pelvic girdle pain postpartum (whether it is real PGP or diastasis pubic symphysis) and to assess the differences between females with severe postpartum PGP, mild and moderate PGP and with no PGP in terms of: presence of diastasis pubic symphysis, presence of diastasis recti and linea alba dysfunction, factors associated with labour and maladaptive mental processing (catastrophizing). Materials and methods: Because of low incidence of researched conditions, a case control study will be the study design of choice. The subjects with PGP will be matched with those with no PGP. Subjects' assessment will consist of palpation and ultrasonography evaluation of diastasis recti(inter-recti distance), ultrasonography assesment of pubic symphysis (inter-pubic width) and mental processing (catastrophizing assessed with Pain Catastrophizing Scale) analysis. Factors connected with labour (time from epidural anaesthesia injection to full dilatation and delivery) will be also investigated. Expected results: To the investigators' knowledge, postpartum pelvic girdle pain has not been extensively studied so far. The study will bring information about the possible underlying cause of postpartum PGP: whether it is PGP or diastasis pubic symphysis.
During pregnancy, women often experience musculoskeletal pain, specifically in their low back and/or pelvic girdle. Pelvic girdle pain (PGP) is defined as pain between the posterior iliac crest and gluteal fold, particularly in the region of the sacroiliac joint (SIJ)1. Although it is often referred to as "sciatica". PGP in pregnancy is common with prevalence estimates of 45%2. Previous studies have found that one third of patients will rate their PGP intensity as severe, leading to functional impairments. Functional disabilities include sitting, walking, and standing; thus, significantly impacting the ability of patients to perform routine daily activities. This pain has been reported to develop as early as 17-19 weeks' gestation, lasting up to 3 months postpartum; with a peak incidence of 24-36 weeks. The etiology of PGP in pregnant women is still not fully understood, largely due to the complex interactions between bone, ligaments, fascia, and muscles in the pelvic joints3. Some studies suggest the increased mobility of the joints in the pelvic girdle during pregnancy due to relaxing cause a lack of stabilization in the sacroiliac region, which results in pain4. Thus, it is hypothesized that providing stabilization of the joints with an external force, such as a maternity or SIJ belt, will improve pain.
The objective of this study is the adaptation of the Pelvic Girdle Questionnaire to the French language from France, and the analysis of its psychometric properties. Firstly, a translation and adaptation process will be performed according to international guidelines. Secondly, the validation process will be performed through a sample of 250 pregnant or postpartum women suffering from pelvic girdle pain. They will fill several questionnaires, including Pelvic Girdle Questionnaire, that will allow us to analyse psychometric properties of the French version.
Women with pelvic girdle pain PGP) often get relief from using a sacroiliac belt. The study will explore if there are differences and in the changes of lower body movement in stability with the belt on and with the belt off. Women with PGP will be matched with women without to explore if there is a difference between these two groups. This will be looked at in standing and in walking.
This study aimed to address whether a water exercise programme improves pain and quality of life in pregnant patients with Pelvic Girdle Pain (PGP) compared to a land-based exercise programme and the feasibility of undertaking a large-scale research programme.
Pelvic Girdle Pain (PGP) during pregnancy occurs in approximately 70% of females and 38% of women continue to suffer PGP symptoms beyond 12 weeks following delivery. PGP post- partum causes pain during everyday activities that impacts negatively on health related quality of life and is associated with significant healthcare and societal costs. These women are often referred to physiotherapy, however management is difficult and there is a weak evidence base for its management. Alongside the provision of advice and information, physiotherapists commonly prescribe orthoses such as a rigid belt with the aim of optimising pelvic stability and reducing pain. More recently a novel customised Dynamic Elastomeric Fabric Orthosis has been developed as an alternative to an 'off the shelf' pelvic belt. No studies have investigated their effectiveness in complementing standard physiotherapy advice and management. The investigators will undertake a comprehensive systematic review of the literature to critically evaluate the evidence base for the conservative management of chronic post-partum PGP. This will inform a single case experimental design. Here eight AB single case studies will be performed with the point of intervention being randomised between subjects. The use of a randomisation test permits subsequent statistical analyses of group effects. Participants' pain, activity levels, and quality of life will be evaluated along with subjective changes in confidence and urinary incontinence. Adherence to orthosis use will be diarised. Exit interviews will assess aspects such as the appropriateness of the outcome measures and acceptability of the intervention that will help to inform future clinical trials.
Study type: Observational, prospective. Objectives: Primary: Identify psychosocial and clinical factors that predispose to the occurrence of pain following office hysteroscopy Secondary: Stratify risk factors for pain previous Cesarean section and pain score repeat C section and pain score post-menopausal and pain score type of delivery and pain score body mass index and pain score history of dysmenorrhea and pain score, abnormal uterine bleeding and pain score previous surgery upon uterine cervix and pain score Characterize women's psychosocial profile and pain score Establish anxiety as a factor influencing pain perception using (State-Trait Anxiety Inventory for Adults). Determine if there is a specified population who would benefit from procedure under anaesthesia
Background: Asymmetrical foot posture influences the pelvic girdle stability and might give pain in the pelvic region. The objective was to investigate if foot manipulation to correct foot asymmetry can relieve pregnancy related pelvic girdle pain (PPGP) and shorten sick leave periods. Design: Randomized single blinded (patients and evaluators) clinical trial comparing foot with sham manipulation at 6 weekly treatment sessions. Setting: Five physiotherapy out-patient clinics (10 physiotherapists) in Skaraborg Primary Care, Sweden.