Healing "Mummy Tummy": The Truth About Diastasis Recti

Do you feel like no matter how much weight you lose, you still look a few months pregnant? Do you notice a "coning" or "doming" ridge down the center of your stomach when you sit up in bed?

This is likely Diastasis Recti Abdominis (DRA)—the separation of the "six-pack" muscles that happens during pregnancy to make room for the baby.

The Myth: "You need to do hundreds of crunches to close the gap." The Reality: Crunches can actually make it worse by increasing pressure on the connective tissue (linea alba) before it's ready.

The Milton Physio Plus Approach: Healing DRA isn't just about "closing the gap"—it's about creating tension.

We teach you how to engage your deep core (Transversus Abdominis) to create a firm wall of support.

• Step 1: Stop the coning (learning to move without bulging).

• Step 2: Strengthen the deep core foundation.

• Step 3: Progress to functional movements (lifting kids, groceries, weights).

  
  

You can regain a strong, functional core. Let us show you the safe way to do it. Visit Milton Physio Plus now to book an appointment!