Core muscle training after abdominal surgery to reduce hernia and pain
Part of Digestive system, Pain clinical trials.
This study tests whether guided “core” muscle training after abdominal surgery can lower the chance of developing an incisional hernia and reduce pain. You may be eligible if you’re having abdominal surgery and can safely do the study exercise plan.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You’re 18 years or older and able to make your own decisions
- You’re scheduled for abdominal surgery (either laparoscopic or open, with a midline or transverse incision)
- You can read/sign the consent form and follow the study steps (including exercise and visits)
- You do not have conditions that strongly affect movement or ability to participate (for example, certain nerve/muscle diseases or being wheelchair-bound)
- You do not already have a chronic pain condition or regular strong pain medicines that change pain signaling (for example, long-term opioid use or certain antidepressants/anti-seizure “pain-modulating” medicines)
- You have not had abdominal wall mesh placed before (except mesh used for an inguinal hernia repair)
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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