Physical Therapy
Diastasis Recti: Abdominal Separation After Pregnancy
Written By: Kristen Faigle, PT, DPT, OCS, COMT, SportsCare Waldwick Clinical Director Diastasis Recti or separation of the rectus abdominis muscle is a common postpartum condition that results from the mechanical stretch applied to the abdomen from the growing baby during pregnancy. When diastasis recti is present, it is important to perform core strengthening under