The staff Doctors of Physical Therapy at EMH specialize in pre and postpartum physical therapy for a healthy pregnancy and a fast recovery after delivery. Preventing Diastasis Recti is one aspect of our expertise. Please forward to all your pregnant/new mom friends and family! Diastasis Recti Abdominis (DRA) can occur in up to 66% of…
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Diastasis Recti Abdominis (DRA) or "Split Seams" can be treated by Pelvic Physical Therapy
Diastasis Recti Abdominis (DRA) can occur in up to 66% of pregnant women due to hormones that allow ligaments and joints to relax, the increasing baby size in utero, improper weight lifting (ie heavy food bags, other children, furniture etc), a history of prior C-section or abdominal surgery and repetitive poor mechanics during daily activities and lack of regular exercise. Men…
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Check out this link ( link) to see Evelyn's interview on physical therapy for women's pelvic health in the Los Angeles Times. The app, Pelvic Track, is now available on the Apple store.
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