A Study of Participants Ages 21-65 Diagnosed With Dyspareunia and the Effects of Low Intensity Shockwave Treatment
Female Dyspareunia
About this trial
This is an interventional treatment trial for Female Dyspareunia
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: Primary diagnosis of dyspareunia (pain with intercourse and/or vaginal penetration) Cisgender female or have natal vaginal tissu Has not started hormonal therapy within the past 2 weeks Has not received pelvic floor physical therapy within the past 2 weeks Is able to electronically access informed consent and outcomes measures forms Exclusion Criteria: Have a diagnosis of lichen sclerosis Have an active infection (e.g. herpes) Are earlier than 12 weeks post-surgery Are earlier than 6 weeks postpartum Have a history of gynecological cancer Have a history of pelvic radiation Are actively undergoing cancer treatments Are currently pregnant Currently using lidocaine or cortisone
Sites / Locations
Arms of the Study
Arm 1
Arm 2
Active Comparator
Sham Comparator
Low Intensity plus PT
Sham Shockwave Treatment plus PT
Participants receive active low intensity shockwave treatment from plus typical physical therapy.
Participant receives sham shockwave treatment plus typical physical therapy.