POSTPARTUM PHYSIOTHERAPY OF DIASTASE MUSCULI RECTI ABDOMINIS
POSTPARTUM PHYSIOTHERAPY OF DIASTASE MUSCULI RECTI ABDOMINIS

Summary/Abstract: Introduction: Diastasis of the direct pectoral muscle mainly affects women, but it can also affect children and men. This is a more pronounced pathological separation of the right and left parts of the rectus abdominis muscle from each other in the area of the linea alba. The most common causes of diastasis in women are pregnancy, improper and inappropriate exercise in the postnatal period. Purpose: Appropriately chosen kinesiotherapy corrects diastasis, alleviates the accompanying difficulties and can thus prevent any necessary surgical solution. Core: In the case study, we focused on the use of medical rehabilitation methods for 5 months. We focused on exercises for the deep stabilization system (HSS), exercises according to Julia Tubler to close diastasis of the rectus abdominis, diaphragmatic breathing, exercises to strengthen the pelvic floor, posture correction and recommendations for activities of daily living. We also used the technique of kinesiotaping. According to the final examination, the extent of abdominal diastasis as well as associated difficulties improved. Conclusion: There is relatively little public awareness of this diagnosis, but physiotherapists also lack information about treatment options of this kind. We describe this issue in more detail and choose the most suitable ways of conservative and physical therapy.

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