Physical therapy for postpartum pelvic joint pain
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Pain, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study tests whether a hands-on movement technique combined with core exercises helps postpartum mothers with sacroiliac joint pain (a pain in the lower back/buttock area). The research compares this combined approach to see if it reduces pain and improves function.
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Who can take part
- You are 20–40 years old
- You are 6 weeks to 6 months after giving birth (vaginal or C-section)
- You have had at least two children (not your first pregnancy)
- You have sacroiliac joint pain confirmed by specific physical tests your doctor can perform
- You have no pelvic fractures, recent pelvic surgery, or neurological/rheumatologic conditions
- You are able to participate in active exercises and hands-on physical therapy
Quick eligibility check
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