Tool to measure how DRA affects symptoms and quality of life in women with diastasis recti

Is this trial a fit for you?

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

What this trial studies

This project aims to develop and validate a patient-reported questionnaire for diastasis recti (DRA) that captures symptoms, pain, body image, and quality of life. The study will review existing literature to identify relevant self-reported variables, then create and test a new instrument for adult women with DRA. Validation will focus on reliability and validity of the tool to improve patient-centered assessment and care.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* subjects with diastasis recti,
* adult,
* women.

Exclusion Criteria:

* cognitive disabilities that can difficult a good understanding of the questionnaire,
* lack of knowledge of Spanish language.
* ventral hernia.
* previous abdominal surgeries.

Where it's running

• Haro&Campos Physiotherapy.
  Plasencia, Cáceres, Spain Recruiting
• Department of Physiotherapy. University of Valencia
  Valencia, Spain Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Montserrat Rejano Campo, PhD(c)
• Study coordinator: Montserrat Rejano Campo, PhD(c)
• Email: montserejano@gmail.com
• Phone: 0033627083914

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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.