Comparative Efficacy of Abdominal Exercises and Abdominal Binding on Diastasis Recti Abdominis Reduction in Postpartum Women: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials.

Background And Purpose: Diastasis Recti Abdominis (DRA) is a separation of the rectus abdominis muscles which often results from pregnancy. This meta-analysis aims to identify the most effective non-surgical treatment to reduce post-partum DRA.

Methods: A comprehensive search was performed on electronic databases including PubMed, Cochrane, and Embase databases for RCTs involving abdominal or pelvic muscle exercises, and abdominal binding for DRA Reduction.