C-Section recovery revolution: exercise may beat bed rest
NCT ID NCT04345757
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at whether the usual advice to rest for 6 weeks after a C-section is really needed. 200 women were randomly assigned to either follow standard activity restrictions or start a gentle 10-week exercise program. The goal was to see if exercise could improve overall wellness without causing harm.
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New York Presbyterian Hospital Weill Cornell
New York, New York, 10021, United States
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