I have diastasis recti following pregnancy (2 1/2 years ago). It has worsened over time and I experience a soreness/pain in my abdomen that feels like bruising. I went to my PCP who sent me to see a general surgeon. She said I don't have a hernia, just go on a diet and do sit-ups. Needless to say I'm seeking a second opinion, this time from a plastic surgeon. Is it possible to have pain without a hernia or did the first surgeon just miss it in her very very brief examination?
Answer: Rectus diastasis can be a cause of back pain and abdominal wall pain It is absolutely possible to have discomfort in the abdominal wall from rectus diastasis without a true hernia. Separation of the rectus muscles in the midline can cause dysfunction of the whole abdominal wall. The fascia between the rectus muscles can stretch so that the muscles pull apart from each other and are no longer anchored together in the midline. When this is the case, the rectus muscles are not held out to the proper length and are not in the proper position to work well. Not only will this cause dysfunction of the recti, but all the other "core" abdominal muscles wrap around from the back and end in the outside border of the rectus. If the rectus is lying out to the side, none of these muscles is held to the proper length. Stress on the stretched fascia such as during exercise can cause pain. Inadequate core strength and stability from abdominal muscle malposition can also put strain on the back leading to back pain.
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Answer: Rectus diastasis can be a cause of back pain and abdominal wall pain It is absolutely possible to have discomfort in the abdominal wall from rectus diastasis without a true hernia. Separation of the rectus muscles in the midline can cause dysfunction of the whole abdominal wall. The fascia between the rectus muscles can stretch so that the muscles pull apart from each other and are no longer anchored together in the midline. When this is the case, the rectus muscles are not held out to the proper length and are not in the proper position to work well. Not only will this cause dysfunction of the recti, but all the other "core" abdominal muscles wrap around from the back and end in the outside border of the rectus. If the rectus is lying out to the side, none of these muscles is held to the proper length. Stress on the stretched fascia such as during exercise can cause pain. Inadequate core strength and stability from abdominal muscle malposition can also put strain on the back leading to back pain.
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Answer: Can Diastasis Recti Cause Pain Without a Hernia? Yes, it has been known for diastasis recti to cause discomfort/pain without a true hernia. A full tummy tuck can target the muscle separation by tightening all the abdominal muscles together and relieving the associated discomfort.
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Answer: Can Diastasis Recti Cause Pain Without a Hernia? Yes, it has been known for diastasis recti to cause discomfort/pain without a true hernia. A full tummy tuck can target the muscle separation by tightening all the abdominal muscles together and relieving the associated discomfort.
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January 2, 2022
Answer: Can Diastasis Recti Cause Pain Without a Hernia? Yes i have seen in my practice patient having discomfort with muscle separation following pregnancy . A full tummy tuck with muscle repair helps with tightening of the abdominal wall but also relieves the discomfort. It has also shown to improve some cases of back pain
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January 2, 2022
Answer: Can Diastasis Recti Cause Pain Without a Hernia? Yes i have seen in my practice patient having discomfort with muscle separation following pregnancy . A full tummy tuck with muscle repair helps with tightening of the abdominal wall but also relieves the discomfort. It has also shown to improve some cases of back pain
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September 5, 2020
Answer: Absolutely! It is very common to have abdominal discomfort/pain if you have rectus diastasis without a true hernia. In fact, that is a common cause of repair. The larger it is the more impact it has in you abdominal wall function. Every time you sit up the muscles pull in a different direction causing pain and discomfort. Best, Dr. RG
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September 5, 2020
Answer: Absolutely! It is very common to have abdominal discomfort/pain if you have rectus diastasis without a true hernia. In fact, that is a common cause of repair. The larger it is the more impact it has in you abdominal wall function. Every time you sit up the muscles pull in a different direction causing pain and discomfort. Best, Dr. RG
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July 31, 2015
Answer: Correct diagnosis is key- could be a hernia... It’s unusual for a diastasis recti to be associated with
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July 31, 2015
Answer: Correct diagnosis is key- could be a hernia... It’s unusual for a diastasis recti to be associated with
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