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Diastasis Recti
Hi, I'm 5 months postpartum. I had a C-section delivery. This is my second delivery. My belly is still looking like I'm pregnant. I had checked my diastasis recti but couldn't find any gap between abdominal muscles. So, I'm confused whether I can do pelvic floor exercises or core workouts. I want to do cycling also. Please suggest what to do?
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You can start core muscle strengthning now.
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consult with ur physio for guidance
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5 months after C section you can do both core strengthening as well as pelvic floor muscle exercise.. Make sure to get a proper individualised plan...
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Slowly progress with the exercises and ave a balanced diet as well
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U can do both kind of exercises core strengthening and pelvic floor exercises... actually it goes hand in hand. What is core muscles - Ur abdominal muscles are one part of your core muscles, Ur diaphragm, pelvic floor muscles, lower back muscles and buttocks muscles form your core.
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Start slow and slowly built up Ur strength
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Remember to mobilize Ur C-sec scar. You can take help from a experienced manual therapist
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5months postpartum you can start with all exercises to avoid any unwanted fat and obesity
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Pelvic floor exercises and cycling can be done
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it is advisable to start core strengthening under supervision after proper evaluation by a physiotherapist
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After c section it is normal. Focus on Pelvic floor and core exercises,both will help u.
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you may consult pre and post natal expert physiotherapist
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kegel's exercise is important
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Dr. Shraddha Khot (PT)
Physiotherapist
17 yrs exp
Mumbai
You should do both core strengthening exercises which will help you to tone up your abdominal muscles that are stretched or weakened during this period and also continue strengthening pelvic floor muscles.
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Get a customized plan from trained physiotherapist who will help you with right progression of exercises..Tone will be built gradually if correct form of exercises are taught. Core strength is very important to protect Spine.
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Gradually increase your intensity,regards to cycling if it is stationary bike do with back support initially and when core strength improves progress to unsupported. If healing of scar has happened intensity can be increased gradually but under supervision.
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