Did anyone else have issues with separation of your abdominal muscles?

Question

I have a small separation (about 1 inch) above my belly button and my doc said there wasn't much to do unless I developed a hernia. I know there are exercises that I shoul avoid and I also try to wear a girdle. Any advice?

Answer

How do you know if you have a separation? I feel like I can't sit up from lying down anymore but I've had no tests.

Answer

The condition is called diastasis recti. I have it as well but mine is worse. I had to go to physical therapy to do exercises to help close the gap. My lower gap closed completely but the one around my belly button got smaller but did not close. Google exercises for the condtion to give u an idea of what you should do. DO NOT do crunches or sit ups ever. It makes it worse.

Did anyone else have issues with separation of your abdominal muscles?

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