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Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 60 and up

See if targeted abdominal exercises help DRA in older adults

Official title: Risk Factors and the Impact of a Physical Exercise Program on Inter-Recti Distance in the Geriatric Population

Run by Medical University of Gdansk · NCT07839572 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study tests whether a specific abdominal exercise program can reduce inter-recti distance and improve linea alba stability in people aged 60 and up with diastasis recti abdominis.

Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages60 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment500 (estimated)
SponsorMedical University of Gdansk
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Gdansk, Pomeranian)
StatusRecruiting
StartedAugust 17, 2026
Main results expectedJuly 31, 2029
Study endsJuly 31, 2029
Registry record updatedSeptember 24, 2026
Trial IDNCT07839572 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are men and women aged 60 years or older who can consent and participate in the exercise program.

Probably not a fit

Individuals unable to participate in exercise, unable to communicate in Polish, or unable to consent may not benefit from the intervention.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

The trial combines an observational phase with an exercise-intervention phase to explore DRA in the geriatric population. In the first phase, about 500 participants aged 60+ will have ultrasound measurements of inter-recti distance and evaluation of linea alba stability during movements, along with basic physical and functional assessments. If findings support feasibility, participants will then undergo a structured abdominal exercise program to see if IRD and stability improve over time. Outcomes focus on ultrasound-measured IRD, functional status, and symptom-related measures collected via standardized questionnaires.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, the program could reduce abdominal separation and improve trunk stability and related function in older adults.

How similar studies have gone: Prior research on DRA has mostly focused on postpartum populations; evidence in older adults remains limited, making this investigation relatively novel in its demographic.

Who can join: the full rules

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Men and women aged 60 years and older (≥ 60 years of age).
* Provision of signed informed consent to participate in the study.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Inability to communicate effectively in Polish.
* Inability to perform cervical spine flexion.
* Lack of written informed consent to participate in the study.

Where it's running

  • Medical University of Gdańsk, Department of Clinical Physiotherapy
    Gdansk, Pomeranian, Poland     Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
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Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.