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The purpose of this study is to compare the effectiveness of Hypopressive exercises versus Core Stability exercises in restoring pelvic floor and abdominal muscle function in postpartum women. A total of 36 participants are randomly allocated into two groups for a 4-week intervention program to evaluate changes in resting tone and abdominal competence.
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| Label | Type | Description | Intervention Names |
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| Group A: Hypopressive Exercise Group | Experimental | Participants in this group received Hypopressive exercises aimed at restoring pelvic floor and abdominal muscle tone. The protocol was performed for 4 weeks, with 3 sessions per week, and each session lasted approximately 30-40 minutes under the supervision of a physical therapist. |
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| Group B: Core Stability Exercise Group | Active Comparator | Participants in this group received conventional Core Stability exercises focusing on deep abdominal and pelvic core muscles. The protocol was performed for 4 weeks, with 3 sessions per week, and each session lasted approximately 30-40 minutes under the supervision of a physical therapist. |
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| Name | Type | Description | Arm Group Labels | Other Names |
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| Hypopressive Exercises | Behavioral | A 4-week structured core stability program focusing on traditional exercises such as planks, bird-dog, and abdominal bracing to strengthen the lumbo-pelvic-hip complex. Performed 3 days a week, 30-40 minutes per session. |
| Measure | Description | Time Frame |
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| Inter-recti Distance (IRD) | Measured in centimeters (cm) using rehabilitative ultrasound imaging (RUSI) to assess the separation between the rectus abdominis muscles. A decrease in IRD indicates improvement in abdominal recovery. | Baseline and 4 weeks |
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Inclusion Criteria:
Postpartum females within 6 weeks to 6 months delivery.
Exclusion Criteria:
Recent pelvic or abdominal surgery within the past 6 months (other than uncomplicated cesarean section).
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| Facility | Status | City | State | ZIP | Country | Contacts |
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| UOL teaching Hospital | Lahore | Punjab Province | 58000 | Pakistan |
Individual participant data will not be shared to maintain participant confidentiality and privacy in accordance with the institutional ethical committee guidelines.
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