Influence of Bodily Practices on the Quality of Life of Women With Endometriosis

ConditionEndometriosis
Trial statusRecruiting
Trial phaseNot applicable
Trial typeInterventional
Biological sexFemale
Age18-55
SponsorFondation Hôpital Saint-Joseph

About this trial

This research focuses on understanding how physical activity can improve the quality of life for women with endometriosis by enhancing their self-perception, particularly regarding their physical abilities and appearance. The study is based on the idea that improving internal perceptions can lead to better overall well-being for these women. Previous studies, suggest that physical self-perception plays a crucial role in shaping an individual's quality of life. There is also evidence supporting a reciprocal relationship between physical self-concept and participation in physical activity

In this context, the research aims to explore how physical activity could positively influence the self-concept of women suffering from endometriosis, which in turn could enhance their quality of life. By focusing on improving both physical abilities and body image through regular exercise, this study seeks to offer insights into potential therapeutic approaches for managing the physical and psychological impacts of endometriosis.

Eligibility criteria

This trial does not accept healthy volunteers

Qualifiers

Menstruating women aged 18 to 55;

proven diagnosis of endometriosis (pelvic ultrasound or MRI)

Having endometriosis-related pain of a level higher than 3 on the VAS scale and/or chronic incapacitating symptoms related to endometriosis;

Patient without treatment or with stable endometriosis treatment (pill and/or ATG) who has not undergone treatment during the last 6 months;

Disqualifiers

Any patient whose endometriosis treatment has been modified for less than 6 months;

Having endometriosis-related pain greater than or equal to 8 on the VAS scale;

Cardiovascular risks related to physical training;

Inability to perform proposed exercises;

Trial design

Design model

Parallel

Treatments tested in this trial

  • physical activity

    Other intervention

    40 min circuit training session

  • analgesic physical therapy

    Other intervention

    physical therapy with massage and Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation in a 40min session

  • analgesic physical therapy AND physical activity

    Other intervention

    25 min circuit training session and 15 min physical therapy

Treatment groups

90 Participants
are divided into 3 treatment groups
Group A: physical activityExperimental treatment 1 intervention
Group B: analgesic physical therapyActive comparator 1 intervention
Group C: analgesic physical therapy AND physical activityExperimental treatment 1 intervention

Trial outcomes

Primary outcomes

1

Evaluation of quality of life

EHP-30 questionnaire

Time frame
6months

Secondary outcomes

Other outcomes

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