Preparing for recovery after vaginal prolapse surgery
Part of Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study tests a program of exercises and education before surgery to see if it helps people recover better after vaginal prolapse repair. It is for people scheduled for specific types of prolapse surgery.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You speak English or Spanish.
- You have stage 2, 3, or 4 pelvic organ prolapse (uterus or top of vagina dropping down).
- You are scheduled for one of these surgeries: sacrospinous ligament suspension, uterosacral ligament suspension, or Manchester procedure.
- You are not currently in pelvic floor physical therapy.
- You can do home exercises (like strengthening moves).
- You can fill out questionnaires and watch videos online.
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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