Exercises for Diastasis Recti Abdominis (DRA)

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If you have or are concerned about a diastasis recti, these are some great exercises you can try at home. They progress in difficulty, so make sure you are comfortable with each exercise before moving onto the next.
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  • @Jaykitchen
    @Jaykitchen6 ай бұрын

    I will start soon Just had my second baby

  • @recoverrxpt

    @recoverrxpt

    6 ай бұрын

    Congrats! Good luck

  • @sandrasuarez5563
    @sandrasuarez556328 күн бұрын

    Gracias x esos ejercicios.

  • @recoverrxpt

    @recoverrxpt

    24 күн бұрын

    de nada

  • @tamilselvi4720
    @tamilselvi47204 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much

  • @recoverrxpt

    @recoverrxpt

    4 ай бұрын

    You're most welcome

  • @nivethikahari7095
    @nivethikahari709510 ай бұрын

    Thank u so much mam

  • @recoverrxpt

    @recoverrxpt

    8 ай бұрын

    You’re welcome! Hope it helps

  • @karenmcclendon9973
    @karenmcclendon997329 күн бұрын

    Thanks

  • @recoverrxpt

    @recoverrxpt

    24 күн бұрын

    You’re welcome!! Thanks for watching

  • @rachelfaithmanning
    @rachelfaithmanningАй бұрын

    I like the zipping up tip that is helpful

  • @recoverrxpt

    @recoverrxpt

    Ай бұрын

    Glad it was helpful!

  • @andreanicagelacio4044
    @andreanicagelacio404419 күн бұрын

    Can you also teach the proper breathing?

  • @shifaajaber2523
    @shifaajaber2523 Жыл бұрын

    Can i use your video on my page?

  • @NivethaSaravanan-sv9bj
    @NivethaSaravanan-sv9bj17 күн бұрын

    I had c section delivery before 1 month. When will I start these exercise mam?

  • @cw9644
    @cw9644 Жыл бұрын

    Are these exercises I could do newly postpartum or do I need to wait 6 weeks? They seem simple enough to be able to do right away

  • @recoverrxpt

    @recoverrxpt

    Жыл бұрын

    Yes, these are ok to start postpartum (you do not have to wait) - start with level one. As long as you are not having pain, pressure, or leakage during the exercise, it is safe and fine to do. Progress if you are able to maintain control without symptoms.

  • @push2jam
    @push2jam Жыл бұрын

    How many reps and sets would you recommend?

  • @recoverrxpt

    @recoverrxpt

    Жыл бұрын

    @push2jam Generally, I recommend starting at 2 sets of 8 repetitions and working up to 3 sets of 12 repetitions

  • @priya9016
    @priya90166 ай бұрын

    I have done 2 c sec and family planning... now 6 month completed can i start this exercise

  • @recoverrxpt

    @recoverrxpt

    6 ай бұрын

    Yes, you definitely can! If you have any discomfort or pain, you can reach out to us or any of your local Physical Therapists

  • @farrahkhan4019

    @farrahkhan4019

    3 ай бұрын

    Hi I had my last child 6 years ago and still have a 4cm gap. Would these exercises help after all these years?

  • @SwtAngel2
    @SwtAngel2 Жыл бұрын

    How many reps and sets do you recommend? Thank you!

  • @recoverrxpt

    @recoverrxpt

    Жыл бұрын

    Generally, I recommend starting at 2 sets of 8 repetitions and working up to 3 sets of 12 repetitions

  • @SwtAngel2

    @SwtAngel2

    Жыл бұрын

    @@recoverrxpt Thank you so much! When is DR considered closed and does that mean it's permanent? I have heard both that DR never closes and you need to forever do the exercises, but I have also heard that once it closes, then the person an go back to normal exercises like sit-ups, etc.

  • @tarraparker7178
    @tarraparker7178Ай бұрын

    How many months would u say it will take to fix the diastasis recti with just these excersise s

  • @recoverrxpt

    @recoverrxpt

    24 күн бұрын

    Just doing these alone will take many months but would highly suggest you seek help from a local provider.

  • @user-ue8ce8vu8s
    @user-ue8ce8vu8s8 ай бұрын

    Hello I’m a guy who has this for a while some lifting. Do these exercises make it go back to normal or only surgery would. Thanks

  • @recoverrxpt

    @recoverrxpt

    8 ай бұрын

    You can do these as well as it is the same injury, but I would recommend getting assessed by a medical practitioner to make sure it is just a DRA and nothing more.

  • @carrington2949
    @carrington2949 Жыл бұрын

    Are you zipping up at the start of each exercise then letting out the air?

  • @recoverrxpt

    @recoverrxpt

    Жыл бұрын

    Yes, I am contracting my pelvic floor and transverse abdominus at the start of the exercise. Exhale as you hold the contraction through the exercise; letting go as you complete each repetition to reengage.

  • @carrington2949

    @carrington2949

    Жыл бұрын

    @@recoverrxpt ty

  • @mandapravali1552
    @mandapravali15526 ай бұрын

    I have 2 c sections, family planning,after 1 year of my first c section i lifted a bucket and suffering from umbilical hernia,can i do these,my baby is 4 months old now

  • @recoverrxpt

    @recoverrxpt

    5 ай бұрын

    Hi, you can definitely try these! If you feel any discomfort, we suggest checking with your primary care doctor or physical therapist to do a more thorough assessment.

  • @Ryoko007
    @Ryoko0076 ай бұрын

    how long should we do these for? like days i means? or months before we feel all is fixed up in our tummy.

  • @recoverrxpt

    @recoverrxpt

    6 ай бұрын

    Expect a time frame of months instead of weeks 😊

  • @DelusionDispeller
    @DelusionDispeller10 ай бұрын

    How many of each exercise?

  • @recoverrxpt

    @recoverrxpt

    10 ай бұрын

    Depends on your needs and fitness level really

  • @amitule7843
    @amitule784310 ай бұрын

    Thanks for sharing 👍will it work after 11 years if giving birth?

  • @recoverrxpt

    @recoverrxpt

    10 ай бұрын

    Yes of course!!

  • @rutudave6649

    @rutudave6649

    6 ай бұрын

    How much time these 3 simple moves vl take for visible results?

  • @rutudave6649

    @rutudave6649

    6 ай бұрын

    Also how many repetations?

  • @nicholepence7410
    @nicholepence74103 ай бұрын

    I have a 2 finger seperation. How long does it take to see results? I've been doing it for 2 weeks and stil see nothing.

  • @recoverrxpt

    @recoverrxpt

    3 ай бұрын

    Generally strength and tissue changes can take consistent work over 8-12 weeks

  • @saraswatiurao4167
    @saraswatiurao41672 ай бұрын

    How long does it take to complete be rid of diastasis recti?

  • @recoverrxpt

    @recoverrxpt

    2 ай бұрын

    It is different for every person and it can definitely improve with the right help!

  • @RoseRoshvlogs
    @RoseRoshvlogsАй бұрын

    Mam i am having this conditions. I recently knew about this after 8 years of second delivery. Is this exercise help.? Is this again occur if we stop excersice?? Pls reply

  • @recoverrxpt

    @recoverrxpt

    Ай бұрын

    These exercises will help but you will need to do consistently for 6 months

  • @navneetkaurdhadda7056
    @navneetkaurdhadda70562 ай бұрын

    Can I still do it if my csection scar hurts? 7 months postpartum

  • @recoverrxpt

    @recoverrxpt

    2 ай бұрын

    Yes absolutely!

  • @anamikaminj-uz2pp
    @anamikaminj-uz2pp8 ай бұрын

    I have so much buldge on my upper belly due to DR and i m trying harder to reduce it but no any improvement i feel very low after seeing it. Many people asking to me, my husband and daughter am i pregnant now its embarassing.will this help to reduce this DR and how much time it will take atleast to improvement my belly Please reply.

  • @recoverrxpt

    @recoverrxpt

    8 ай бұрын

    Hello, this will start the process of helping but is not the only solution.

  • @ashleystanley3982
    @ashleystanley3982Ай бұрын

    How soon after birth can we do these? I’m about 2 weeks postpartum and I can tell I have DR ☹️

  • @recoverrxpt

    @recoverrxpt

    24 күн бұрын

    Best to seek out advice from a local provider but generally speaking you should be safe 4-6 weeks out

  • @naomij7800
    @naomij78004 ай бұрын

    Do you need to pull any of your muscles in as you do these exercises?

  • @recoverrxpt

    @recoverrxpt

    4 ай бұрын

    Hi Naomi, can you clarify on your question? Do you mean contracting your muscles as you do the exercises?

  • @naomij7800

    @naomij7800

    4 ай бұрын

    @@recoverrxpt yes i do. Either the ones you use to stop doing a wee, or the one where you pull in your belly button. I was told the the pelvic floor is linked to diastasis separation. Thanks.

  • @jessluva
    @jessluva Жыл бұрын

    Can you do these exercises wearing a belly band?

  • @recoverrxpt

    @recoverrxpt

    Жыл бұрын

    Absolutely!

  • @itsflawlessss
    @itsflawlessss4 ай бұрын

    I have a 2 year old daughter and I have 2.3 cm diastasis. Does it help? It didn't close!

  • @recoverrxpt

    @recoverrxpt

    4 ай бұрын

    Hi Nicole, the diastasis can still be improved no matter how long it has been since your pregnancy. These exercises are great to start with, if you have more concerns we would suggest checking in with a local PT.

  • @kirthiganatraj2311
    @kirthiganatraj231111 ай бұрын

    Can I do this exercise I am having hernia

  • @recoverrxpt

    @recoverrxpt

    11 ай бұрын

    Yes, it should be safe, but if you are having any discomfort or pain doing the exercise, discontinue until you are able to seek professional guidance.

  • @marianabecerra2492
    @marianabecerra24929 ай бұрын

    How many of each?

  • @recoverrxpt

    @recoverrxpt

    9 ай бұрын

    Really up to your tolerance. Try to go to fatigue

  • @pinkyhazarika9143
    @pinkyhazarika914310 ай бұрын

    Can I do this after c section

  • @recoverrxpt

    @recoverrxpt

    10 ай бұрын

    Yes, but clear with your OB first depending on how far postpartum you are.

  • @klaudiabugno1737
    @klaudiabugno1737Ай бұрын

    Did this work for anyone?

  • @recoverrxpt

    @recoverrxpt

    24 күн бұрын

    What would you define as work?

  • @brittanysmith3716
    @brittanysmith371611 ай бұрын

    Can I do these 100 times before bed? Or is that too much? I’m almost 2 years postpartum and my diastasis recti isn’t “too bad” according to the doctor. But I still have a bulge and a wide core. Would doing a 100 of these before bed help?

  • @recoverrxpt

    @recoverrxpt

    11 ай бұрын

    You should be ok with that number. I would suggest building up to it if it feels too difficult 😁

  • @brittanysmith3716

    @brittanysmith3716

    11 ай бұрын

    @@recoverrxpt thank you so much! I’ll give it a go!

  • @fabricmakeup9555

    @fabricmakeup9555

    10 ай бұрын

    Has anything worked for you? My belly is also bulgy and wide 😢

  • @brittanysmith3716

    @brittanysmith3716

    10 ай бұрын

    @@fabricmakeup9555 Cutting out snack has gotten my waist smaller but so far nothing on the little pooch. It looks slightly smaller. I’m going for a consultation on Monday to get an Emsculpt neo done. It’s supposed to help with diastasis recti. I’ll give an update and let you know how that goes if I get the procedure done!

  • @fabricmakeup9555

    @fabricmakeup9555

    10 ай бұрын

    @@brittanysmith3716 I’ll wait for your update ❤️🥲 cutting down food isn’t working for me either, I lift heavy and have to eat enough to build muscle

  • @challamounika2247
    @challamounika22476 ай бұрын

    Hi mam, after 1st delivery i got diastasis recti, now we are planning for 2nd kid, but still i have Diastasis recti, can i start dis exercise now? Plz reply mam

  • @recoverrxpt

    @recoverrxpt

    6 ай бұрын

    Yes you can start these as tolerated 😊

  • @challamounika2247

    @challamounika2247

    6 ай бұрын

    @@recoverrxpt if I have diastasis recti, is it possible to conceive mam?

  • @DIYDecors
    @DIYDecors5 ай бұрын

    Hiii..... Pls ans me ths.... My diastasis recti is cured..... muscles completely closed. Still upper stomach looks like pregnant... Can u suggest me anything.... Pls

  • @recoverrxpt

    @recoverrxpt

    5 ай бұрын

    Hi! Sorry to hear that. It can definitely be bothersome. You can try these exercises, but we would recommend doing a more thorough assessment first. If you are in the Chicagoland area, you can give us a call at 331-253-2426 or send us an e-mail with more questions at info@recoverrxpt.com.

  • @lorenaperez6893
    @lorenaperez689317 күн бұрын

    .

  • @kidy4kids
    @kidy4kids8 ай бұрын

    Can i do it on bed?

  • @recoverrxpt

    @recoverrxpt

    8 ай бұрын

    Absolutely!!

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