Stretch marks and back pain in first-time moms
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This study looks at whether stretch marks (striae) are linked to low-back pain in first-time pregnant women. It aims to help doctors understand and manage back pain better during pregnancy.
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Who can take part
- You are pregnant for the first time.
- You are between 36 and 37 weeks pregnant (full term).
- You are carrying only one baby.
- You are not in labor (no contractions, water leaking, or cervix opening).
- You do not have health problems like diabetes or high blood pressure related to pregnancy.
- You are not using any stretch mark creams or treatments.
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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