Postoperative rehabilitation for abdominal rectus diastasis
Abdominal Rectus Diastasis Microscopy and Rehabilitation
This study is testing a rehabilitation program after surgery for abdominal rectus diastasis to see if it helps improve how the abdominal muscles work over time.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 48 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 65 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Umeå University Academic / other |
| Locations | 4 sites (Mora, Dalarna County and 3 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT06078085 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This randomized controlled trial aims to assess the effectiveness of a structured postoperative rehabilitation program following surgical correction of abdominal rectus diastasis. The study will evaluate improvements in abdominal wall function at three and twelve months post-surgery. Additionally, it will investigate differences in connective tissue components between patients with abdominal rectus diastasis and healthy individuals. Patients will be recruited from surgical clinics across four hospitals in Sweden, and informed consent will be obtained prior to participation.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are individuals with abdominal rectus diastasis greater than 3 cm, at least one year postpartum, and a stable weight with a BMI under 30.
Not a fit: Patients who are smokers, have connective tissue diseases, or are planning a new pregnancy may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance recovery and functional outcomes for patients undergoing surgery for abdominal rectus diastasis.
How similar studies have performed: While there is limited data on this specific approach, similar rehabilitation programs have shown promise in enhancing recovery in other surgical contexts.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Diastasis \> 3 cm * At least 1 year since child birth * One year of steady weight after weightloss * BMI \< 30 * Males with diastasis above and below umbilicus Exclusion Criteria: * New planned pregnancy * Smoker * Connective tissue disease * Immunosuppressive treatment * Umbilical hernia \> 2 cm
Where this trial is running
Mora, Dalarna County and 3 other locations
- Surgical clinic at Mora Hospital — Mora, Dalarna County, Sweden (Recruiting)
- Surgical clinic at Gällivare Hospital — Gällivare, Norrbotten County, Sweden (Recruiting)
- Surgical clinic at the district hospital of Skellefteå — Skellefteå, Västerbotten County, Sweden (Recruiting)
- University Hospital of Umeå — Umeå, Västerbotten County, Sweden (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Annie Silfvenius, Phd-student
- Email: annie.silfvenius@umu.se
- Phone: +46703078690
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.