Diastasis recti abdominis (DRA) is a condition characterized by the separation of the rectus abdominis muscles, which can occur during and after pregnancy. This condition is prevalent among ...

Background/aim Diastasis recti abdominis (DRA) is defined as a separation of the 2 muscle bellies of rectus abdominis. To date there is scant knowledge on prevalence, risk factors, and consequences of ...

Background/Objectives: The postpartum period is marked by numerous physical changes, often leading to pelvic floor disorders (PFD) such as urinary incontinence (UI) and diastasis recti abdominis (DRA) ...

Upcoming events in Lake County include an exploration hike at Ferndale Preserve at 8 a.m. Feb. 7 and a Carpenters tribute ...

Many women experience weight retention after childbirth. The hips may become wider, and body fat distribution may shift, ...

It’s commonly said that pregnant women should lift as little as possible. But for Krissy Cela, a personal trainer, fitness ...

Ten years ago, I carried my twins to full term, and they came out big and healthy. However, my pregnant belly was enormous, and my overstretched ab muscles couldn't come back together after ...

There’s no one-size-fits-all ‘mommy makeover’—here’s what it’s actually like to get different versions of this popular procedure.