Closing the Gap: A Guide to Healing Diastasis Recti Postpartum
Diastasis recti is a condition where the two large parallel bands of muscles that meet in the middle of the abdomen (the rectus abdominis muscles) separate. This separation can occur during pregnancy as the uterus expands, causing the abdominal muscles to stretch and weaken. Postpartum diastasis recti refers to the persistence of this separation after childbirth. In this guide, we'll explore diastasis recti, including its causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and the role of physical therapy in managing this condition effectively.