Two Device Therapies Plus Pelvic Floor Exercises for Sexual Dysfunction

Plain-English translation of NCT07584174 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated May 2026 · Translation generated August 2026 · How we translate trials

This study doesn't follow the usual testing phases — it may be an observational study or a different type of research.

What is this trial?

This trial compares two different non-invasive device treatments for female sexual dysfunction: extracorporeal shockwave therapy and pulsed electromagnetic field therapy. Both are tested alongside a structured pelvic floor muscle training program. The study will help determine which approach—or if pelvic floor training alone—works best for improving sexual function in women aged 20–50.

Female sexual dysfunction affects many women and involves multiple factors including weak pelvic floor muscles and reduced blood flow to genital tissues. This trial exists to test whether combining device-based therapies with supervised muscle training can address these underlying causes more effectively than exercise alone.

Do you qualify?

You likely qualify if…

you are a woman aged 20–50 years old
you have been diagnosed with female sexual dysfunction and score below 26.55 on the Female Sexual Function Index
you have experienced symptoms like low sexual desire, difficulty with arousal, difficulty reaching orgasm, or pain during intercourse for at least 3 months
you are in a stable sexual relationship for at least 6 months and sexually active in the past month
you are willing to avoid starting any other treatment for sexual dysfunction during the study

You likely don't qualify if…

you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant during the study
you have had pelvic surgery in the past 6 months
you are currently taking antidepressants, antipsychotics, or hormonal therapy that affects sexual function
you have a pacemaker, metal implants in the pelvic area, or other contraindications to shockwave or electromagnetic therapy
you have severe pelvic pain, prolapse, severe urinary incontinence, or uncontrolled conditions like diabetes or high blood pressure

What participation looks like

You would be randomly assigned to one of three groups for 8 weeks. One group receives weekly shockwave therapy to the pelvic area plus three supervised pelvic floor exercises per week. Another group receives electromagnetic stimulation three times per week plus the same exercises. The control group does the pelvic floor exercises alone, three times per week under supervision. Throughout the study, you'll complete questionnaires about sexual function before, during, and after treatment.

AI-generated summary from trial data · Aug 20, 2026 · Not medical advice

Trial locations(1 site)

Egypt

Outpatient clinic, faculty of Physical Therapy, Beni Suef University, Banī Suwayf