Why diastasis recti may be your problem and how you may be making it worse... If you’re doing a million crunches to get your abs back post baby but can’t seem to lose that last little “pooch,” STOP!! You may be experiencing a very common postpartum complaint: diastasis recti. What is diastasis recti?…
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Strong Abs during Pregnancy and for New Mom's
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…
Read MoreDiastasis 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…
Read MoreSHOULDER PAIN SUCCESSFULLY TREATED WITH PHYSICAL THERAPY
Have you ever injured your shoulder? There are many diagnoses that your doctor can give you and some of the terminology they use can be confusing or even scary! For example, “rotator cuff strain”, “subacromial impingement”,” bursitis”,” labral tear” and” shoulder osteoarthritis” are some of the most common names, but what do they mean and…
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