Postpartum Balance and Kinesiophobia in Cesarean Delivery: Impact of Abdominal Fascial Scars

AbstractConsidering that the incisions made during cesarean delivery may damage subcutaneous tissue and fascia, and pelvic floor muscle contractions are effective in femoral head movements, it is hypothesized that the mode of delivery may have an impact on balance and kinesiophobia. This study aimed to investigate the effect of cesarean delivery on balance, kinesiophobia, and body awareness.A total of 70 women participated in the study. Demographic and obstetric data of the participants were recorded. Thoracolumbar fascia was assessed using a goniometric platform, trunk flexibility with the Modified Schober test…