Transperineal Ultrasound as a Biofeedback Tool for Pelvic Floor Muscle Therapy in Postpartum Patients

Launched by SINGAPORE GENERAL HOSPITAL · Jul 3, 2025

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying whether using a special ultrasound scan called transperineal ultrasound can help new mothers do pelvic floor muscle exercises more effectively after giving birth. These exercises are important because they strengthen the muscles that support the bladder, uterus, and bowel, helping to prevent issues like leaks or discomfort after delivery. Usually, a physiotherapist guides women through these exercises, but it can be hard to know if the exercises are done correctly. This study is testing if the ultrasound, which shows real-time images of the pelvic muscles, can give both the patient and the therapist visual feedback to improve the exercise technique.

Women who are eligible for this study are between 21 and 45 years old, have recently had a vaginal birth of one baby (within the last 4 months), and are not currently pregnant. Women who have had a cesarean section, pelvic surgery, or certain neurological conditions are not eligible. Participants will attend sessions where the ultrasound is used while they do their pelvic floor exercises, allowing them and the therapist to see how well the muscles are working. This trial aims to find out if this tool can make pelvic floor therapy more effective and easier to follow, helping new moms protect their pelvic health after childbirth.

Gender

FEMALE

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Female participants
• • Aged 21 - 45 years old.
• • Within 4 months of a singleton, vaginal delivery
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Currently pregnant
• • Over 4 months since vaginal birth.
• • Previous caesarean delivery.
• • Previous pelvic floor surgery (eg. pelvic floor repair, continence surgery, cervicetomy,cosmetic pelvic floor procedures)
• • Neurological disorder affecting muscle contraction (eg. Guillan-Barre syndrome, motorneuron disease, multiple sclerosis)