Efficacy of Hypopressive Exercises Versus Pilates in Women with Abdominal Diastasis in the Postpartum Period: a Randomized Controlled Trial

Launched by UNIVERSITY OF ALCALA · Sep 16, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying the effects of two different exercise programs on women who have abdominal diastasis (a separation of the abdominal muscles) after giving birth. One group of participants will do hypopressive exercises, which focus on breathing and core strength, while another group will practice Pilates, a well-known exercise method that emphasizes flexibility and strength. The researchers want to find out if either of these exercise programs can help improve the condition of abdominal diastasis and enhance the quality of life for new mothers, both shortly after the program and 12 weeks later.

To be eligible for this trial, participants need to be women who have given birth vaginally for the first time and are at least 18 years old, as long as they are within three months postpartum and have a separation of more than 2.5 cm in their abdominal muscles. However, women with certain conditions, such as a hernia or previous abdominal surgery, will not be able to participate. For those who join, they can expect to engage in a structured exercise program and will be monitored for improvements in their condition and overall well-being. It’s important to note that this study is not yet recruiting participants.

Gender

FEMALE

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Primiparous women over 18 years of age who are within 3 months postpartum.
• • AD with values \>2.5 cm in any of the following reference points: 2 cm supraumbilical or 2 cm infraumbilical.
• • Vaginal birth.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Abdominal or umbilical hernia.
• • Previous abdominal surgery.
• • Be receiving any other treatment for your AD