Everything You Need to Know about Diastasis Recti
Everything You Need to Know About Diastasis Recti (DRAM) Diastasis of the rectus abdominis muscles (DRAM) is a condition in which the two vertical abdominal muscles, commonly called the “six-pack muscles,” separate due to overstretching of the connective tissue between them. This connective tissue is called the linea alba. Clinically,…
How to Tell if Your Abdominal Muscles Were Torn During Pregnancy
How to Tell if Your Abdominal Muscles Were Torn During Pregnancy Pregnancy is a time of remarkable physical change. As the baby grows, the abdominal wall stretches to make space. These changes are completely normal, though for some women the abdominal muscles may not return fully to their pre-pregnancy position….
How Having Twins Can Affect Your Abdominal Muscles
How Having Twins Can Affect Your Abdominal Muscles Every pregnancy is unique. They all share one thing in common: significant changes in a woman’s body. When carrying twins, those changes can be magnified. A twin pregnancy places extra strain on the abdominal wall and pelvic floor muscles compared with a…