What is the best treatment for diastasis recti from pregnancy?

The only procedure that addresses diastasis is a full abdominoplasty. All other modalities address the skin and fat, but not the muscles.

Great question. When the abdominal muscles separate—whether from pregnancy or weight changes—the only effective way to repair that gap is through surgery. This repair is typically done as part of a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty), which allows direct access to bring the muscles back together and tighten the core.

Liposuction, including VASER, can help contour the waist and flanks, but it does not address muscle separation. So if you’re dealing with true diastasis recti, a tummy tuck is necessary for a real repair, and it can be combined with liposuction for overall shaping.

— Dr. B