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

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Conditions studied: Diastasis Recti

In brief

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.

Key facts

Study ID

NCT07520409

Run by

Riphah International University

People needed

42

Starts

2025-10-01

Expected to finish

2026-08-01

Last updated by the study team

2026-06-09

Who can join

Age: 20 and older, up to 45. Sex: female. Healthy volunteers: accepted.

You may qualify if…

• Postpartum females (6 weeks to 6 months postpartum)
• Diagnosed with diastasis recti (IRD ≥ 2.5 cm)
• Age 20-45 years
• Mode of delivery
• Multiparity

You may not qualify if…

• History of abdominal surgery
• Pelvic organ prolapses
• Neurological or orthopedic disorders
• Presence of low back pain, hernia, or musculoskeletal disorders
• Participation in any other abdominal rehabilitation program in the last 3 months

Where it is running

• Al Zahra Hospital — Guiranwala, Punjab Province, Pakistan (enrolling)

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