Can rectus diastasis be repaired in men?

I applaud you on trying to fix the diastasis with hard work, but after no result, and especially with a physical therapist helping you, I would agree that an abdominoplasty with repair is probably your only option. I know this may be frustrating to hear, but consider it almost as a pseudo hernia...

Dear kellymae, it is unlikely that laughing will cause failure of diastasis recti repair. However, if you continue to have discomfort, then it might be best to consult your plastic surgeon and get an examination.  Daniel Barrett, MD Certified, American Board of Plastic...

Hi. Thank you for your question. Congratulations on your newest addition. After giving birth it's a good idea to start strengthening the core and pelvic floor (once you've received clearance by your OB) with DR friendly exercises and modifications so to not make it worse. With regards to curing...

The easiest way to confirm whether you have diastasis of the recti is:-  lie down completely flat-  place the tip of your right hand fingers in the midline of your tummy above the bellybutton aligned   and press moderately-  sit up holding the pressure-  if you feel the muscles coming together ...

Yes, it is possible to have an abdominal wall hernia such as an epigastric hernia along with diastasis recti.  A hernia is a defect in the abdominal wall that allows intra-abdominal fat or bowel to protrude, and diastasis recti is a separation of the rectus...

Thank you for your question.  Yes, generally most policies do consider hernias a medically necessary procedure so you should get coverage or reimbursement. If you have diastasis recti as well, I highly recommend you treat both conditions together to prevent hernia reoccurrence and the use of ...