Are Paula method exercises effective for gastrointestinal reactivation post-elective cesarean delivery? Randomized controlled trial.

Aim: To examine the effectiveness of the Paula Method exercises in comparison to standard care on resumption of gastrointestinal (GI) activity in women postelective caesarean delivery (CD).

Design: Randomized controlled trial on a postpartum unit of a university medical centre.

Methods: Sixty-four women following elective CD performed under regional anaesthesia were recruited between 2 February-3 July 2018.