Plank or not? new study tests best exercise for postpartum belly gap
NCT ID NCT07440836
First seen Feb 28, 2026 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 9 times
Summary
This study looks at two types of exercises—corrective moves that target deep core muscles and plank exercises that work the whole abdomen—to see which better helps postpartum women with diastasis recti (a separation of the belly muscles). About 56 women who gave birth vaginally and have a significant abdominal gap will do their assigned exercises three times a week for 12 weeks. Researchers will measure changes in muscle strength, pain, and the size of the gap to find the most effective approach.
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