New exercise combo could ease postpartum belly pain

NCT ID NCT07520409

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Riphah International University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether combining two simple exercises—drawing in the belly and pulling the toes up against resistance—can help new mothers with diastasis recti (abdominal separation). Forty-two women who gave birth 6 weeks to 6 months ago will do these exercises 2-3 times a week for 6 weeks. Researchers will measure pain, muscle strength, belly gap, and quality of life to see if the routine helps.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: exercise program (drawing-in maneuver and resisted ankle dorsiflexion)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a simple, non-surgical exercise routine to help new mothers with diastasis recti reduce pain and improve core strength.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial with only 42 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The exercises may not work for all cases, and there is no comparison to standard physical therapy.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

diastasis recti and weakness of the linea alba

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

DIASTASIS RECTI

Contacts and locations

Locations

Al Zahra Hospital
RECRUITING

Guiranwala, Punjab Province, 52250, Pakistan

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