Comparison of the Effect of Supervised and Non-Supervised Tele-exercise in Women With Diastasis Recti Abdominis

Comparison of the Effect of Supervised and Non-Supervised Tele-exercise Program on Inter-recti Distance, Abdominal Muscle Endurance and Balance in Women With Diastasis Recti Abdominis

The aim of this study was to determine the effect of supervised and unsupervised telerehabilitation exercise program on inter-rectus distance, abdominal endurance, pelvic floor dysfunction and body image perception in women with diastasis recti abdominis.

Rectus abdominis diastasis is defined as the separation of the two rectus abdominis muscles along the linea alba, disrupting the structure of the linea alba. It can be caused by increased volume in the abdominal cavity, hormonal changes during pregnancy, neurodevelopmental differences or abdominal wall laxity. It is very common during pregnancy and can persist in the postpartum period. Loss of abdominal wall stability and weakening of the pelvic floor muscles can occur with DRA. can cause various problems in women. Core stability exercises, pelvic floor training and trunk muscle training are some of the exercise regimen options for the management of DRA. However, to our knowledge, studies on telerehabilitation are insufficient in the literature.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Post- partum women (min 8 weeks - max 3 years)

Exclusion Criteria:

• History of abdominal surgery
• Any neurological disease, systemic musculoskeletal system disease