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Randomized Controlled Trial Protocol for Evaluating the Effect of Group Education on Postmenopausal Sexual
Narges Alavipour1, Seyedeh Zahra Masoumi1,2, Farideh Kazemi1,3
1Department of Midwifery, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Hamadan University of Medical Sciences, Hamadan, Iran.
Journal of Menopausal Medicine
|September 7, 2020
Summary
Group education significantly improved sexual function in postmenopausal women. This intervention is recommended for women experiencing sexual dysfunction during menopause.
Area of Science:
- Reproductive Health
- Women's Health
- Clinical Trials
Background:
- Menopause is associated with changes in sexual health.
- Sexual dysfunction is a common concern for postmenopausal women.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the impact of group education on sexual dysfunction in postmenopausal women.
- To assess the effectiveness of an educational intervention in a health center setting.
Main Methods:
- Randomized controlled trial with 90 postmenopausal women.
- Intervention group received four sessions of group training; control group did not.
- Female Sexual Function Index (FSFI) used for assessment.
Main Results:
- The intervention group showed significantly higher mean sexual function scores post-education (23.70 ± 3.67) compared to the control group (19.94 ± 3.64).
- The difference in scores was statistically significant (P < 0.001).
Conclusions:
- Group education is an effective strategy to reduce sexual dysfunction in postmenopausal women.
- Health centers can implement such programs to support women's sexual health during menopause.
