I have two sons, 6 and 4.5years old. Gained over24kg in each pregnancies. I have DiastasisRecti, more than 2 fingers open. Have a big bulge in my belly with some stretched akin. Lost the weight. Been stable with couple kg up and down during holidays! I am active and do exercises. I am considering TT with MR. Doctor said I dont need lipo. However I have heard EMS machine will help this. It is an expensive exercise.I am just wondering if anyone has heard about it or has experience! Thank you!
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Dear juju8279,
it is recommended to wait until you are finished having kids before you get diastasis recti repair or tummy tuck. 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...
Dear baharehb,diastasis recti can be repaired only during surgery when sutures are used to tighten the diastasis recti. 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 r...
Unfortunately, insurances do not cover diastasis recti since they do not necessarily think of it as a medical necessity. They classify it as a cosmetic procedure.