I have a tear in my disc and a bulging disc, I have diastasis recti and was wondering if a tummy tuck would help my back issues?

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I hear all the type from my doctor, my physical therapist to strengthen my core, but I can't because I can't feel my core working and thought a tummy tuck would help me get my core back and have that strength.

Austin Hayes, MD · Answer

The diastasis recti makes abdominal strengthening more difficult. However, it's impossible to say whether it will improve your back pain. Being mobile after a tummy tuck surgery is of critical importance. I would make sure that your back is feeling well enough, so that your able to walk regularly after your surgery. This helps prevent a blood clot in the legs.

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

From a biomechanical perspective, separation of the musculature does make it more difficult to strengthen the muscles.

Paul C. Zwiebel, MD (retired) · Answer

No one can say for certain whether tummy tuck will make your back pain better, but repair of the diastasis recti can improve your ability to strengthen your core, which may help improve biomechanics and alleviate back pain.

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I have a tear in my disc and a bulging disc, I have diastasis recti and was wondering if a tummy tuck would help my back issues?

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