The Effect of Sexual and Reproductive Health Training on Sexual Function and Quality of Sexual Life in Women With Physical Disabilities: A Pilot RCT Study From a Turkiye Perspective

Background: Ensuring that women with disabilities, who are among disadvantaged groups, maintain and improve their sexual and reproductive health (SRH) on equal terms with other women is of great importance. The purpose of this study is to examine the impact of SRH training provided to women with physical disabilities on their sexual function and quality of sexual life, as well as to assess the feasibility and acceptability of the educational intervention.

Method: This pilot randomized controlled trial will be carried out with women with physical disabilities registered at a disability center. A total of 49 participants will be randomly assigned to either the intervention group or the control group. Following a three-week follow-up period, the study will be completed, with a total of 26 participants: 16 in the intervention group and 10 in the control group . SRH training will be provided to the intervention group once a week, for a total of three sessions. At the beginning and end of the study, both groups will be administered a survey including demographic information, the Sexual Quality of Life Questionnaire-Female (SQLQ-F), and the Female Sexual Function Index (FSFI).