Effects of Pilates and Progressive Prone Plank Exercises in Diastasis Recti
Comparative Effects of Pilates and Progressive Prone Plank Exercises on Pain, Strength and Inter-Rectus Distance in Diastasis Recti
- Diastasis Recti
At a glance
- Phase
- Phase not stated
- Study type
- Interventional
- Sponsor
- Riphah International University
- Enrolment target
- 34
- Started
- 1 October 2025
- Main results due
- October 2026
- Study sites
- 1
- Registry updated
- 24 September 2026
Can you take part?
- Ages 18 years to 45 years.
- Women only.
- Healthy volunteers can take part.
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Read the full eligibility criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Multiparous women * Postpartum women (within 6 to 12 months postpartum) * BMI \<30 * IRD ≥2 cm diagnosed with Diastasis Recti (verified by ultrasound or clinical assessment) * Participants who have undergone either vaginal delivery or cesarean section (C-section). Exclusion Criteria: * Significant pelvic floor dysfunction or pelvic organ prolapse or other related conditions * Patient with unmanaged chronic conditions, like heart disease or hypertension * Recent abdominal or related surgeries within the past six months * Women who are currently pregnant or experiencing postpartum complications. * Patient with presence of hernia.
What this study is about
In the sponsor’s own words, from the registry.
This study aims to determine the comparative effects of Pilates and Progressive Prone Plank exercises on pain, strength and inter rectus distance in Diastasis Recti
Study sites(1)
Sehat Medical Complex
Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan
Recruiting
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