The primary health condition studied is Diastasis Recti Abdominis (DRA) in postpartum women. DRA is characterized by the separation of the rectus abdominis muscles, which can lead to a range of complications including weakened core stability, increased lower back pain, pelvic floor dysfunction, and poor overall wellness. This condition can impair daily activities and quality of life in postpartum women. Additionally, associated problems such as pain intensity, stress urinary incontinence, and di
Conditions
Interventions
Details: Application of elastic therapeutic tape to the abdomen targeting the rectus abdominis area. Tape is applied to assist in muscle activation and provide support. Duration of each taping session
Kinesio Taping,Visceral Manipulation,Combined Kinesio Taping and Visceral Manipulation,Core Strengthening Exercises
Sponsors
Mehwish Khan
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
Female
Age
35 Years to 45 Years
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: 1. Postpartum females diagnosed with Diastasis Recti Abdominis (DRA) with inter-recti distance greater than 2.5 cm as assessed by finger width palpation. 2. At least one child delivered. 3. Age between 35 and 45 years. 4. Postpartum females who have undergone normal vaginal delivery, vacuum-assisted delivery, forceps delivery, or lower segment cesarean section, with at least one month postpartum.
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: 1. History of any other abdominal surgery. 2. Sensitivity or adverse reaction to Kinesio Taping. 3. Diagnosed with an abdominal hernia. 4. Presence of an open abdominal wound.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Pain intensity at 12 weeks after intervention Visual Analog Scale | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Pain intensity at 12 weeks after intervention Visual Analog Scale | — |
Countries
Pakistan
Contacts
Public ContactMehwish Khan
Health & Research-Insights
Outcome results
None listed