Will Electric Muscle Stimulations EMS help with muscle repair? (photos)

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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!

Gerald Minniti, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello,The diastasis is not a muscle that is weak; it is a fascial band of tissue that has widened/expanded, which will not narrow with muscle stimulation or exercise. You will need a tummy tuck to improve your abdominal contours. Go visit a few ABPS certified/ASAPS member surgeons who specialize in body contouring. Best of luck!

Adam Kinal, MD · Answer

Hello MommySAVan, Thanks for posting your photographs and asking your question. EMS machines are great for patients already in good shape but cannot tighten the loose skin and repair a diastasis.Judging by your photographs, you may need a tummy tuck. I recommend consulting with several experienced, Board Certified Surgeons specializing in these procedures to get real answers. Good Luck.

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Thank you for submitting your questions.Based on the information you provided you would be a great candidate for a Tummy Tuck with muscle repair. The electric muscle stimulation machine EMS will help with the loose muscle laxity however the results are only temporary. I would highly recommend you consult with a Board-certified plastic surgeon for best results. Best of luck.

George Marosan, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question and photos. The EMS will tone your muscles, but not the gap between them. This is not affected by the EMS. If you are back to your pre-pregnacy weight and want to have a flat abdomen with improved core strength, you will need a tummy tuck and liposuction.See a board certified plastic surgeon experienced in advanced body sculpting techniques for an in person consultation/evaluation. Good luck.

Scott C. Sattler, MD, FACS · Answer

The connective tissue 'bridge' that composes the rectus diastasis does not really have any electromotor potential, so trying to strengthen or stimulate the rectus muscles will not improve this condition. A tummy tuck, on the other hand, presents an opportunity to tighten and flatten the abdominal wall.

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