Physical therapy for low back pain after childbirth
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Pain, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study tests whether a special physical therapy program (combining several exercises and hands-on techniques) can reduce low back pain and improve muscle function in women who recently gave birth. If you have postpartum back pain and can attend weekly sessions, this might help you recover and feel better.
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Who can take part
- You must be within 6 months of giving birth (vaginal or cesarean).
- You must have low back or pelvic pain after childbirth.
- Your pain must be at least a 3 on a 0-10 scale.
- You must be able to attend physiotherapy sessions once a week for 6 weeks.
- You cannot have had spinal surgery or have a structural spinal issue like a slipped disc.
- You cannot have severe postpartum complications or certain pelvic floor problems.
- You should not be already in another structured back pain rehab program.
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