Impact of Equestrian Sports, CrossFit, and Gym Training on Pelvic Floor Health (PELFISPORT )

University of Oviedo

Status: Not yet enrolling

Conditions: Pelvic Organ Prolapse (POP); Chronic Pelvic Pain; Pelvic Floor Dysfunction; Urinary Incontinence

Study type: Observational

Funder types: Other

Identifiers

NCT06848634

EQUIPELVIC-001

Details and patient eligibility

About

This observational cross-sectional study investigates the impact of equestrian sports, CrossFit, and gym training on pelvic floor health in both athletes and non-athletes. The study aims to determine whether specific sports are associated with a higher risk of pelvic floor dysfunction, including urinary incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, and chronic pelvic pain.

Participants will complete an online survey that collects demographic information, sports participation details, and pelvic floor health symptoms. The survey includes standardized questionnaires to assess pelvic floor function. Data will be analyzed to compare the prevalence of pelvic floor issues among different sports and between athletes and non-athletes.

The study seeks to provide insights into how sports participation influences pelvic health and to raise awareness of pelvic floor dysfunction in both male and female athletes.

Enrollment: 200 estimated patients

Sex: All

Ages: 18+ years old

Volunteers: Accepts Healthy Volunteers

Inclusion criteria

• Adults 18 years or older.

• Voluntary participation with signed informed consent.

• Completion of the online survey.

• For the sports groups (Equestrian, CrossFit, Gym, Other Sports):

  • Minimum 2 years of experience in the sport.
  • Minimum 2 training sessions per week.

Exclusion criteria

• Individuals under 18 years old.
• Participants who do not complete the survey.
• Individuals with neurological conditions affecting mobility.
• Individuals with mobility impairments unrelated to sports.
• Sports participants with less than 2 years of experience or training less than twice per week.

Trial design

200 participants in 5 patient groups

Equestrian

Description:

Participants who have been practicing equestrian sports for more than 2 years and train at least twice per week. This group will be assessed for pelvic floor dysfunction and compared with other sports disciplines and non-athletes.

CrossFit

Description:

Participants engaged in CrossFit for at least 2 years, training at least twice per week. The study will evaluate how high-intensity training affects pelvic floor health.

Gym Group

Description:

Participants who train in a gym (cardio, weightlifting, or fitness classes) for at least 2 years, with a minimum frequency of twice per week. The study aims to assess the impact of different gym training modalities on pelvic health.

Other Sports Group

Description:

Participants engaged in other sports (e.g., swimming, cycling, team sports) for at least 2 years, training at least twice per week. This group provides a broader comparison of pelvic floor health across different physical activities.

Non-Athletes Group

Description:

Participants who do not engage in regular physical activity. This group serves as a baseline comparison to evaluate the potential impact of sports on pelvic floor health.