Status:
RECRUITING
Rehabilitation of Abdominal Diastasis After Childbirth: Trunk and Inspiratory Muscle Training
Lead Sponsor:
University of Patras
Conditions:
Diastasis Recti And Weakness Of The Linea Alba
Diastasis, Muscle
Eligibility:
FEMALE
18-50 years
Phase:
NA
Brief Summary
Diastasis Recti Abdominis (DRA) is the separation of the rectus muscles caused by stretching and thinning of the linea alba during pregnancy and childbirth. It's a common condition, affecting 66-100% ...
Detailed Description
The primary objective of the study is to develop and assess a comprehensive rehabilitation program for Diastasis Recti Abdominis (DRA) and associated dysfunctions, through a prospective randomized con...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
- Females aged 18-50 years
- Diagnosed with diastasis recti abdominis (DRA) with an inter-recti distance (IRD) greater than 2.8 cm
- Beyond 6 months postpartum (preferably within the range of up to 5 years postpartum)
Exclusion Criteria:
- Severe chronic respiratory disease (i.e. COPD, chronic bronchitis, pulmonary emphysema or fibrosis)
- Connective tissue disorders
- Neurological disorders
- Severe musculoskeletal conditions hindering exercise participation (e.g., severe low back pain, sciatica, etc.)
- Previous abdominal surgeries (excluding cesarean section)
- Delivery within the last 6 months
- BMI greater than 30 kg/m²
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
March 11 2024
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation :
ESTIMATED
End Date :
May 30 2026
Estimated Enrollment :
48 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT06286553
Start Date
March 11 2024
End Date
May 30 2026
Last Update
January 20 2026
Active Locations (1)
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Laboratory of Clinical Rehabilitation and Research (CPRlab), University of Patras
Pátrai, Greece, 26504