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Post-partum Pain Study

In this study, we want to find out how often women have knee pain in the year after they have a baby. We also want to learn if knee pain makes it harder for women to return to the same level of physical activity they had before pregnancy.

Age & Gender

  • 18 years ~ 54 years
  • Female

Location

United States (Nationwide)

What will be asked of you

You will be asked to fill out a one-time survey that asks for information about your past medical and past pregnancy history, your current knee function, and current physical activity. It should take less than 30 minutes to complete.

Incentives

participants will be entered into a drawing for one of four, $50 Visa Gift Cards. Recipients will be drawn at random at study conclusion.

Total length of participation:
30 minutes

Looking for Specific Volunteers

Able to participate:

  • You delivered a newborn in the past 12 months

Not eligible if:

  • You are currently pregnant

Contact the Team

Visit Location

  •  Jillian Sylvester, MD, CAQ, FAAFP

100% Remote (online, phone, text)

Additional Study Information

Principal Investigator

Jillian Sylvester
Orthopaedics - Sports Medicine

Study Type

Clinical or Medical
Observational

Study Topics

Bones, Joints, Muscles
Opinions and Perceptions
Parents of Children
Pregnancy
Women's Health

IRB Number

24-2304

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