Effects of Drawing in Maneuver and Resisted Ankle Dorsiflexion in Postpartum Diastasis Recti

Trial statusRecruiting
Trial phaseNot applicable
Trial typeInterventional
Biological sexFemale
Age20-45
SponsorRiphah International University

About this trial

The aim of this study is to compare the combine effects of drawing in maneuver and resisted ankle dorsiflexion on pain, inter-recti distance, strength and quality of life in postpartum diastasis recti.

Eligibility criteria

Qualifiers

Postpartum females (6 weeks to 6 months postpartum)

Diagnosed with diastasis recti (IRD ≥ 2.5 cm)

Age 20-45 years

Mode of delivery

Disqualifiers

History of abdominal surgery

Pelvic organ prolapses

Neurological or orthopedic disorders

Presence of low back pain, hernia, or musculoskeletal disorders

Trial design

Treatments tested in this trial

  • DRAWING IN MANEUVER
  • RESISTED ANKLE DORSIFLEXION

Treatment groups

42 Participants
are divided into 2 treatment groups