New study tests exercise combo to fix Post-Baby tummy gap
NCT ID NCT06286553
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether combining trunk stabilization exercises with breathing muscle training can reduce diastasis recti abdominis (abdominal muscle separation) in postpartum women. 48 women with a gap larger than 2.8 cm will be randomly assigned to one of three groups: trunk exercises alone, breathing training alone, or a control group. The goal is to find a safe, effective exercise program to improve function and reduce the gap.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- trunk stabilization exercises and inspiratory muscle training
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could provide an effective, non-surgical exercise program to reduce abdominal separation and improve function in postpartum women.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial with only 48 participants. The results may not apply to all women, and the exercises may not work for everyone.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Laboratory of Clinical Rehabilitation and Research (CPRlab), University of Patras
RECRUITINGPátrai, 26504, Greece
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