Activity and preterm birth with short cervix
Part of Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study looks at whether staying active during pregnancy can help women with a short cervix (less than 25 mm) lower the risk of delivering early. If you have a short cervix but are otherwise healthy, the study will track your daily activities to see how they relate to your delivery timing.
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Who can take part
- You are between 24 weeks and 34 weeks and 6 days pregnant with one baby.
- Your cervix is short (less than 25 mm) on an internal ultrasound.
- You do not have any reason your doctor has told you not to be physically active, like pelvic pain or fall risk.
- You do not have any urgent pregnancy issues like heavy bleeding, leaking waters, or signs of fetal distress.
- You are not carrying twins, triplets, or more.
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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