Diastasis recti and weakness of the linea alba

This study tested whether adding radiofrequency diathermy (a heat therapy) to a standard exercise program helps women with abdominal diastasis (separated tummy muscles) after childbirth. Thirty-four women aged 18–45 who were 3–24 months postpartum participated. They received eith…

This completed study in Poland followed 345 first-time mothers who had a vaginal delivery. Researchers checked pelvic floor muscle function and measured separation of the abdominal muscles (diastasis recti) shortly after birth and again 3-4 months later. The goal was to learn how…