Non-invasive scans to study back curve during pregnancy
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This trial uses a non-invasive imaging scan to measure a common back curvature called lordosis during pregnancy. Researchers will look at how these measurements relate to birth outcomes in low-risk pregnancies.
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Who can take part
- You are pregnant and between 20 and 40 years old
- Your pregnancy is considered low-risk by your healthcare team
- You do not have a significant problem with your lower back (lumbar spine)
- You are not in the very high-risk pregnancy group
- Your BMI (body mass index) is 35 or less
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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