I am 37 and have an 18 month old and 3 year old. I have a 2.5 finger width diastasis recti that I have been working with a pelvic floor physical therapist to heal but have had little improvement. Is a tummy tuck my only option?
July 31, 2019
Answer: Will my diastasis recti heal on its own? The rectus muscles are held together by a thin sheet of fascia. During pregnancy or with weight gain the muscles are separated as the fascia stretches. No matter how much physical therapy or exercise you undergo the fascia will not contract. So far, the only way to put the muscles back together is with plication during a tummy tuck.#StayBeautiful #RealDrWorldWide
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July 31, 2019
Answer: Will my diastasis recti heal on its own? The rectus muscles are held together by a thin sheet of fascia. During pregnancy or with weight gain the muscles are separated as the fascia stretches. No matter how much physical therapy or exercise you undergo the fascia will not contract. So far, the only way to put the muscles back together is with plication during a tummy tuck.#StayBeautiful #RealDrWorldWide
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August 22, 2018
Answer: Tummy tuck candidate Dear denvermom37,exercises won't help you heal your diastasis. If you are considering a surgery, I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.Daniel Barrett, MD Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
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August 22, 2018
Answer: Tummy tuck candidate Dear denvermom37,exercises won't help you heal your diastasis. If you are considering a surgery, I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.Daniel Barrett, MD Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
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