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Diastasis recti
I suspect that I have diastasis recti. How could I solve that effectively. Can that be solved by physiotherapy alone?
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Hello , physiotherapy plays a major role in diastasis recti cases. Although complete diastasis with Major gap in the continuity of rectus abdominis cannot be treated alone with therapy as there are chances of herniation.
Next Steps
further treatment is only advisable after going through complete history.like any case of heavy weight lifting, pregnancy or trauma.
Health Tips
till then do not lift heavy weights or any kind of strainous exercises. visit your nearby physiotherapist soon.
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Yes it can be treated with physiotherapy exercises,
We need to first focus on syncing up abdominal muscles with respiratory & pelvic floor muscles, for that you’ve to concentrate on isometric exercises of core muscles along with maintaining good posture while standing and sitting.
Next Steps
Visit a nearby physiotherapy clinic for confirmation of the condition and to learn the above mentioned exercises under supervision of a therapist.
Health Tips
Belly breathing & lying on back and performing heel slides will improve core muscle tension.
Avoid crunches as it may worsen the condition in some instances.
Avoid lifting heavy objects from ground as it may induce further strain & increases risk of hernia.
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