Effects of standard prenatal education with and without pain neuroscience education on functionality appreciation and body surveillance in pregnant women with lumbopelvic pain: a secondary analysis of a randomized controlled trial.
MidwiferyJun 1, 2026 (epub)
Celia García-Lucas, Ángel Zamora, Juan José Amer-Cuenca et al.
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In 30 seconds
This randomized controlled trial investigated the effects of standard prenatal education versus combined standard and pain neuroscience education on functionality appreciation and body surveillance in 211 pregnant women with lumbopelvic pain. Both interventions improved functionality appreciation significantly (p = .018), but no differences were found between groups (Cohen's d = 0.056), and body surveillance scores did not change.
Key findings
- Functionality appreciation improved significantly over time in both groups (p = .018).
- No between-group differences in functionality appreciation were observed (Cohen's d = 0.056).
- Body surveillance scores remained unchanged in both groups (Cohen's d = 0.00).
- Adherence was higher in the standard prenatal education group (88%) compared to the combined group (77.5%, p = .011).
Why it matters
Understanding how educational interventions can enhance functionality appreciation in pregnant women with lumbopelvic pain is crucial for improving their body image and overall well-being during pregnancy.