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Are You Concerned About Diastasis Recti Abdominis (DRA)?
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What is DRA?
  • The outer left and right abdominal muscles separate
  • The deepest muscles may be weak and unable to support your core
  • Very common in the third trimester of pregnancy

Why is it important to address?
Weakness can lead to 
  • Upper and low back pain while sitting, standing and walking
  • Pelvic floor pain, weakness and hypertonic muscles
  • Bladder leaking
  • Staining for bowel movements & hemorrhoids

What's included in care and recovery?
  • Assessment of the width, depth and borders of DRA in three locations
  • Abdominal massage to release tight muscles and fascia
  • If present, assess C-section scar restrictions
  • Start exercise program that is best for you
  • Learn how to connect to your abdominals for daily activities
  • Learn postural alignment and how to easily engage abdominals
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