DIASTASIS

What is DIASTASIS RECTI ABDOMINIS (DRA)?

Symptoms of DRA

• Visible and palpable separation of rectus abdominis muscle bellies (You can test yourself to feel for any separation or be assessed by physician or physical therapist)
• Feeling of “flabbiness” in abdominal muscles
• Pelvic floor muscle dysfunction that causes urinary or bowel problems
• Poor posture
• Feeling weak through the midsection
• Painful intercourse

*Information provided by -Kristina Kehoe PT, DPT

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