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NCT Number: NCT07710911

Comparative Analysis of Hypopressive Versus Core Stability Exercises in Postpartum Women

The purpose of this study is to compare the effectiveness of Hypopressive exercises versus Core Stability exercises in restoring pelvic floor and abdominal muscle function in postpartum women. A total of 36 participants are randomly allocated into two groups for a 4-week intervention program to evaluate changes in resting tone and abdominal competence.

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Key information

Conditions

Postpartum Period Pelvic Floor Dysfunction Pelvic Floor Muscle Weakness

Age range

18 year–45 year

Sex eligibility

Female

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Not applicable

Primary location

UOL teaching Hospital

Lahore, Punjab Province, 58000, Pakistan

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: No

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

Postpartum females within 6 weeks to 6 months delivery.

  • Age between 18 to 45 years.
  • Primiparous or multiparous women.
  • Clinical evidence of pelvic floor muscle weakness or pelvic floor dysfunction.
  • Participants willing to adhere to the 4-week exercise protocol.

Exclusion criteria

Recent pelvic or abdominal surgery within the past 6 months (other than uncomplicated cesarean section).

  • History of severe pelvic organ prolapse (Grade III or IV).
  • Active pelvic or urinary tract infections.
  • Neurological disorders affecting muscular control.
  • Any contraindication to physical exercise.

Treatment and study plan

Hypopressive Exercises

Behavioral

A 4-week structured core stability program focusing on traditional exercises such as planks, bird-dog, and abdominal bracing to strengthen the lumbo-pelvic-hip complex. Performed 3 days a week, 30-40 minutes per session.

Primary outcomes

  1. Inter-recti Distance (IRD)

    Time frame: Baseline and 4 weeks

    Measured in centimeters (cm) using rehabilitative ultrasound imaging (RUSI) to assess the separation between the rectus abdominis muscles. A decrease in IRD indicates improvement in abdominal recovery.

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

University of Lahore

Other

Registry information

Official study title

A Randomized Controlled Trial on the Comparative Analysis of Hypopressive Versus Core Stability Exercises in Postpartum Women

Important dates

Study start
2025
Primary completion
2026
Study completion
2026
First posted
Jul 17, 2026
Registry last updated
Jul 17, 2026

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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