Dr. Dárcio Pinheiro explains the causes, suggests treatments and ways to prevent diastasis recti.
Bianca Andrade revealed to have had abdominal diastasis after childbirth. The condition is not that common, affecting fewer than 150,000 people a year in Brazil. In the case of pregnant women, it affects 60% of the group. It is characterized by the removal of the abdominal muscles after the expansion of the uterus in pregnancy. The main symptoms are sagging and pain in the region.
According to nutritionist Dr. Dárcio Pinheiro, diastasis occurs when the two vertical bands of the rectus abdominis muscle stretch during pregnancy and separate. As a result, the belly takes on a bloated appearance. The condition can be caused when the baby is too old or in the case of twins.
“The condition can also be caused by wearing wraps or straps immediately after delivery. Therefore, the best thing is to avoid these accessories and strengthen the local muscles. The ideal would be to control weight gain during pregnancy and maintain a physical activity routine activity It is also indicated to avoid increasing pressure in the belly and focus on strengthening the region”, guides.
treatment of diastasis
Again according to the specialist, there are treatments recommended for diastasis recti, but they must be performed with the accompaniment of a physiotherapist. The professional will indicate specific exercises and, if necessary, recommend corrective surgery after adequate evaluation.
“The definitive treatment is surgery, but the condition can be relieved with physical activity.
Source: Terra
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