Aquatic activities is one of the most attractive physical exercise during pregnancy, especially during the third trimester.
The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of moderate regular aquatic exercise during pregnancy on maternal and fetus outcomes.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
PREVENTION
Masking
NONE
Enrollment
200
Women were suggested to exercise regularly through aquatic activities. A professional in physical exercise and sports designed and conducted the aquatic exercise program.
Thecnical University of Madrid
Madrid, Madrid, Spain
RECRUITINGMaternal gestational weight gain
Maternal weight gain was collected at the end of pregnancy as well as before getting pregnant (pre-gestational weight gain)
Time frame: 40-42 weeks
Birthweight
Birth weight was collected at delivery
Time frame: 37-42 weeks
Number of participants with adverse pregnancy outcomes as assessed by medical records
Other health baby outcomes at delivery
Time frame: 37-42 weeks
Gestational age
Gestational age of pregnancy
Time frame: 37-42 weeks
Maternal blood pressure and gestational diabetes as assessed by medical records
Blood pressure, gestational diabetes...
Time frame: 9 to 42 weeks
This platform is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional.