Treating Diastasis Recti in Postpartum Women with Different Therapies
Effects of Visceral Manipulation Combined with Kinesio Taping on Diastasis Recti, Pain Intensity, Stress Incontinence, Pelvic Floor Strength, and Overall Wellness in Postpartum Women
NA · Health and Research-Insights · NCT06723353
This study is testing different therapies to see which one helps new moms with Diastasis Recti feel better and strengthen their abdominal muscles.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 72 (estimated) |
| Ages | 35 Years to 45 Years |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Health and Research-Insights (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Karachi, Sindh) |
| Trial ID | NCT06723353 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial evaluates the effectiveness of various therapies for treating Diastasis Recti Abdominis (DRA) in postpartum women. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of four treatment groups: Visceral Manipulation (VM), Kinesio Taping (KT), a combination of both, or core strengthening exercises. The study aims to determine which treatment or combination of treatments most effectively reduces the gap between abdominal muscles and improves associated symptoms such as pain, pelvic floor strength, and urinary incontinence. The interventions will be administered over a six-week period, with assessments conducted to measure outcomes.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are postpartum women aged 35 to 45 who have experienced DRA after childbirth.
Not a fit: Patients with other abdominal surgeries, abdominal hernias, or open abdominal wounds may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide effective treatment options for postpartum women suffering from DRA, improving their physical health and quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: While there is limited data on the specific combination of therapies being tested, similar approaches have shown promise in treating related conditions.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: Post-partum female will be included on the basis of: * DRA: Finger width palpation shows \>2.5 cm * Postpartum females bearing at least 1 child * Age between 35 to 45 years old * Post-partum females who had gone through normal vaginal delivery, vacuum delivery, forceps delivery, and lower section caesarian section (at least 1 month after) Exclusion Criteria: Postpartum female will be excluded if she has: * Any other abdominal surgery * Sensitivity with taping (specific for those will have KT) * Diagnosed with abdominal hernia * Open abdominal wound
Where this trial is running
Karachi, Sindh
- Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Center — Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Hafiz Sheraz Arshad, PhD Health Sciences
- Email: drhafizsheraz@gmail.com
- Phone: +923004009429
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.
Conditions: Diastasis Recti, Diastasis Recti Abdominis, Postpartum Recovery, Visceral Manipulation, Kinesio Taping, Core Strengthening Exercises, Pelvic Floor Dysfunction, Inter-Recti Distance