Why do some people have dooming in their abs? Some cases can actually be fixed or prevented by exercise and breathing.Did you know most Midwives, OBGYNs or General Practitioners do not check to Rectus Diastasis during the 6 week postnatal visit? Did you know that Postnatal women ARE NOT the only individuals that can potentially develop Diastasis Recti? Many individuals, postpartum moms and everyday athletes alike, don't realize that they have DR. If they are told they do, then they wonder what in the world they are suppose to do about it. Here is were having an experienced rehab specialized professional, pelvic health physical therapist or Post Natal Fitness Specialist can really make a difference in your life! Let's take a super basic look at what Diastasis Recti actually is and how it can affect your health, everyday life and performance. See that white space running down the center of the first body pictured above? It is between the abdominal muscles running vertical on the front side of the body. Well that is Diastasis Recti! Basically it's a separation of these muscles along a line called the linea alba which is a lovely strip of fascia connecting the rectus abdominals in the midline of the body that stretches out for numerous reasons. Have a CERTIFIED fitness or rehab professional measure your DR to get an exact picture on if/how much of a DR gap you might have. Depending on the size of the gap, he or she will be able to guide you on the proper course of action. What will you notice on your own? You might notice a belly "dome" running down the center of your tummy when you do a mini crunch or workout. Also, some other signs include a pouch that won't go away, back pain, constipation, unexplained bloating, inability to maintain good posture, difficult breathing patterns, multiple injuries, and many more. It truly depends on the person, as EVERY BODY IS DIFFERENT. Why does this happen? Each case is different. Every body is different; however, there are some common causes we can pinpoint through an exam. Most of the time there is just too much pressure on the abdominal muscles. Whether it is happening normally, like for instance when you are pregnant and notice the rapid growth of your belly during the third trimester, OR it could occur from improper breathing mechanics and weightlifting, age, genetics and much more. So it goes back to EVERY BODY IS DIFFERENT. That's why you seek out a professional to help you figure out your specific issues and tailor a plan to fit your needs. So how to do we work to heal DR?IT'S A HOLSTIC APPROACH TO ACHIEVE HEALING.
We work on rebuilding intra-abdominal pressure, improve/restore gut health, release facilitated muscle and then strengthen the proper musculature to get you back to good. But guess what, with that foundation, we can launch your health and performance into being better than you ever were before!
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