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NCT Number: NCT04181554

Postural Stability, Pelvic Floor Dysfunction, Respiratory Muscle Strength in Post-partum Women With Diastasis Recti

The aim of this study is to determine the effect of inter-rectus distance on postural stability, pelvic floor dysfunction and respiratory muscle strength in women with diastasis recti abdominis.

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Key information

Conditions

Diastasis Recti Post-partum Postural Stability

Age range

18 year–50 year

Sex eligibility

Female

Study type

Observational

Primary location

Bezmialem Vakıf University

Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)

About this study

Diastasis of recti abdominis muscles (DRAM) is defined as a separation of the two rectus abdominis muscles along the linea alba. Increased volume in the abdominal cavity, hormonal changes during pregnancy, neurodevelopmental differences, or abdominal wall laxity may caused. It is very common during pregnancy and may continue for eight weeks in postnatal period. The loss of abdominal wall stability and weakened pelvic floor muscles may occur with DRAM. The abdominal wall is one of the key point for body posture, trunk and pelvic stability. However, in our best knowledge, there is no study in the literature that evaluates women with and without DRA in terms of components related to postural control systems.

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: Yes

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

Inclusion criteria

  • Post- partum women (min 8 weeks - max 5 years)

Exclusion criteria

  • Having a neurological, orthopedical or any other condition which affect postural stability.

Treatment and study plan

Measurement of postural stability

Other

The postural stability will assess by using Biodex balance system.

Primary outcomes

  1. Limits of stability test score

    Time frame: 5 minutes

    'Limits of Stability Test' will be performed using Biodex Balance System®. Subjects will stand on the platform and try to reach in eight directions spot that shown on the screen. The test results present scores for all eight directions and an overall score. Lower scores show worse performance (0= worst performance; 100= perfect performance)

  2. Sensory integration test score

    Time frame: 6 minutes

    'Sensory integration test' will be performed using Biodex Balance System®. Volunteers will stand still on the platform in condition eyes open and closed on the firm and soft (foam) surfaces. The test scores are sway index for each condition and a composite score. Lower scores present better postural stability.

Secondary outcomes

  1. Respiratory muscle strength

    Time frame: 5 minutes

    Inspiratory and expiratory muscle strength has been assessed by maximal inspiratory and expiratory mouth pressures.

  2. Abdominal Muscle Endurance

    Time frame: 3 minutes

    Volunteers will be asked to perform curl up position as long as possible. The duration time will be measured until a maximum 180 seconds.

  3. Pelvic floor dysfunction

    Time frame: 5 minutes

    Pelvic floor dysfunction will be assessed using "Pelvic Floor Distress Inventory". Lower scores show better pelvic floor functions.

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Bezmialem Vakif University

Other

Registry information

Official study title

The Effect of Diastasis Recti on Postural Stability, Pelvic Floor Dysfunction and Respiratory Muscle Strength in Post-partum Women

Important dates

Study start
2019
Primary completion
2020
Study completion
2021
First posted
Nov 29, 2019
Registry last updated
Mar 16, 2021

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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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