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What Causes DRA
During pregnancy, connective tissue between the rectus abdominis muscles stretches to fit your baby (picture taffy being gently pulled apart), creating a gap. At the gym, DRA can be the result of overworking upper abdominals while undertraining deeper core muscles.
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Your PT will work with you to create a therapeutic exercise program that can improve DRA without surgery. Your treatment plan may include:
- Strategies for avoiding strain on your abs
- Techniques to re-activate abdominal muscle & tissue
- Exercises that help reduce ab separation
Closing The Gap
Increasing tension in connective tissue takes time. Most patients notice improvement within 6-8 weeks and see a more significant change in 3+ months. Be patient with your body!
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What is diastasis recti?
What does diastasis recti look like?
How do I know if I have diastasis recti?
How long does it take for diastasis recti to heal?
Which exercises are safe with diastasis recti?
I’m pregnant. Is there any way to prevent diastasis recti?
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DIASTASIS RECTI (DRA)
Whether your abs feel weak or you see an odd bulge down the midline of your belly, we’ve got you. Diastasis Rectus Abdominis (DRA) — is common postpartum and can also be the result of overworking your abs. It’s never too late to repair DRA, but the sooner you do, the better: If left untreated, side effects can include back pain and bladder/bowel leaks.
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What Causes DRA
During pregnancy, connective tissue between the rectus abdominis muscles stretches to fit your baby (picture taffy being gently pulled apart), creating a gap. At the gym, DRA can be the result of overworking upper abdominals while undertraining deeper core muscles.
Work 1:1 With A Physical Therapist
Your PT will work with you to create a therapeutic exercise program that can improve DRA without surgery. Your treatment plan may include:
- Strategies for avoiding strain on your abs
- Techniques to re-activate abdominal muscle & tissue
- Exercises that help reduce ab separation
Closing The Gap
Increasing tension in connective tissue takes time. Most patients notice improvement within 6-8 weeks and see a more significant change in 3+ months. Be patient with your body!
Separated Abs FAQ
What is diastasis recti?
What does diastasis recti look like?
How do I know if I have diastasis recti?
How long does it take for diastasis recti to heal?
Which exercises are safe with diastasis recti?
I’m pregnant. Is there any way to prevent diastasis recti?
Related Conditions:

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Common & Treatable
At 1 year postpartum, 1 in 3 women have DRA that doesn’t typically resolve on its own. Physical therapy delivers results without the need for surgery.
Sources: Mommers EHH, et al. The general surgeon's perspective of rectus diastasis. Surg Endosc. 2017; Sperstad JB, et al. Diastasis recti abdominis during pregnancy and 12 months after childbirth. British Journal of Sports Medicine. 2016.