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NCT Number: NCT05916833

Comparison of Hypopressive Breathing and Noble Technique on DRA in Postpartum Women.

The aim of study is to compare the effect of Hypopressive breathing and noble technique on width of Diastasis Recti Abdominis, lumbopelvic pain and maternal functioning in postpartum women.

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Key information

Conditions

Diastasis Recti Abdominis

Age range

24 year–45 year

Sex eligibility

Female

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Not applicable

Primary location

Maryam's Clinic

Islamabad, Punjab Province, 44000, Pakistan

About this study

Candido shows that Caesarean section increased the likelihood of experiencing an increase in the inter-rectus distance during the postpartum period. Diastasis recti abdominis (DRA) is a common condition in postpartum women that can cause abdominal muscle separation. However, there is a lack of direct comparison between these two techniques. This study aims to compare the effectiveness of the hypopressive breathing and the Noble Technique in improving DRA in postpartum women.

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: No

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

Inclusion criteria

  • Multiparous women
  • History of Cesarean section and vaginal delivery
  • > 12 weeks postpartum
  • Measurement is 2cm or more then 2cm of DRA is included by using finger width palpation and Nylon digital caliper
  • Lumbopelvic pain (NPRS 3 to 8)

Exclusion criteria

  • Exclude women who need surgical correction for DRA
  • Pelvic organ prolapse
  • Para umbilical hernia
  • Malignancy
  • Bone tuberculosis
  • Fibromyalgia

Treatment and study plan

hypopressive breathing

Other

Hot pack for 10min.Hypopressive breathing in sitting, lying and standing position. Hypopressive breathing 2 times/weekly, 5sec hold, 2-3reps, 1-2sets for 12 weeks. Session will be weekly progress.

noble technique

Other

Hot pack for 10min. Noble technique in relaxed supine position 2time/weekly, 3-5sec hold, 10-15reps, 2-3sets for 12 weeks. Session will be weekly progress.

Primary outcomes

  1. Modified OSWESTRY Low Back pain Index (ODI)

    Time frame: 12 weeks

    The Oswestry Low Back Pain Disability Index is a 10-point patient-reported outcome questionnaire that was first published in 1980. It is regarded as the "gold standard" for assessing quality of life (QoL) impairment and disability in persons with low back pain

  2. IFSAC (Inventory of Functional Status After Childbirth)

    Time frame: 12 weeks

    The IFSAC consists of five subscales and 36 items, that is, infant care (6 items), personal care (8items), household activities (12 items), social and community activities (6 items), and occupational activities (4 items). The questionnaires are rated on a 4-point Likert scale and mean scores were calculated with one point being the lowest and four points being the highest scores possible.

  3. Numeric Pain Rating Scale (NPRS):

    Time frame: 1 day

    The numeric pain rating scale (NPRS), a scoring system that quantifies pain on a scale from 0 (no pain) to 10 (worst possible agony), was used to determine the pain score.

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Riphah International University

Other

Registry information

Official study title

Comparison of Hypopressive Breathing and Noble Technique on Diastasis Recti Abdominis in Postpartum Women.

Important dates

Study start
2023
Primary completion
2024
Study completion
2024
First posted
Jun 23, 2023
Registry last updated
Mar 13, 2024

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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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