Impact of Post-Cesarean Abdomino-Pelvic Training on Diastasis Recti and Sexual Function (NCT07575490) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Impact of Post-Cesarean Abdomino-Pelvic Training on Diastasis Recti and Sexual Function
Turkey (Türkiye)120 participantsStarted 2026-05
Plain-language summary
This study aims to investigate the effects of a specific exercise program on physical recovery and sexual health in women who have had a cesarean section. Pregnancy and abdominal surgery can lead to a separation of the abdominal muscles, known as Diastasis Recti Abdominis (DRA), and may affect pelvic health and sexual function. Participants will be randomly assigned to either an intervention group or a control group. The intervention group will participate in a 6-week "Structured Abdomino-Pelvic Power-Training" program starting at the 6th week after surgery. This program includes specific exercises to strengthen the core and pelvic floor muscles. The control group will follow the standard routine postpartum care. The researchers will use ultrasound and Doppler imaging to measure the distance between the abdominal muscles and the blood flow in the pelvic area at the beginning of the study and after 6 weeks of training. Participants will also complete a validated questionnaire (FSFI) to evaluate their sexual function. The goal of the research is to determine if this structured exercise program helps close the abdominal gap more effectively and improves pelvic blood flow and sexual well-being compared to standard care.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years – 45 Years
Sex
FEMALE
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AI-rewrites the medical criteria so a patient or caregiver can understand them. Always confirm with the trial site.
Inclusion Criteria:Primiparous women (first-time mothers).
Women who have undergone an elective cesarean section.
Participants who are at their 6th week postpartum at the start of the study.
Aged between 18 and 45 years.
Volunteering to participate and capable of signing the informed consent form.
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Exclusion Criteria:
* Multiparous women (those with more than one delivery).
Women with a history of previous abdominal or pelvic surgery (other than the current C-section).
Presence of chronic diseases (e.g., uncontrolled diabetes, hypertension, or connective tissue disorders).
Any musculoskeletal or neurological condition that prevents participation in an exercise program.
History of pelvic organ prolapse or severe urinary incontinence prior to pregnancy.
Active pelvic or abdominal infection.
Participants who have already started a structured postpartum exercise program elsewhere.
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
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Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
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Change in Inter-recti Distance (IRD)
Timeframe: From baseline (6th week postpartum) to the completion of the exercise program (3rd month postpartum).