Does the rectus abdominis need to be repaired?

Rectus abdominis separation is also a postpartum sequelae that mothers will face after giving birth. Severe rectus abdominis separation problems can cause uterine prolapse, so mothers also need to pay great attention to this issue. However, the severity of the rectus abdominis separation varies greatly for different pregnant women. So if the rectus abdominis separation is only one finger, does it still need to be repaired?

This can be repaired at a postpartum recovery center. It is very easy to do. It is recommended to rest more, consult a relevant doctor, make a corresponding treatment plan, choose a supine position, and bend your legs. Expose your abdomen, place your left hand behind your head, and insert the index and middle fingers of your right hand vertically into your abdomen. Lift your upper body and feel your abdominal muscles squeeze your fingers. If you don't feel squeezed, try moving your hands out to the sides until you find the tight muscle. The farthest distance between muscles is between the rectus abdominis.

Several major hazards of postpartum rectus abdominis separation

Postpartum rectus abdominis separation refers to the condition that occurs during pregnancy. As the uterus continues to grow, it causes the abdominal wall to expand and stretch, and the rectus abdominis muscles on both sides separate from the midline of the abdomen. The separation of the rectus abdominis is different for each person, and the harm caused is also different, which is mainly manifested in the following aspects. ① The abdomen is large and cannot recover: the mother will find that her weight has returned to the pre-pregnancy level, but her belly is still loose; ② Waist pain: Some cases of waist pain are caused by rectus abdominis separation. The more severe the rectus abdominis separation, the weaker the abdominal muscles, and the reduced support for the waist, so waist pain will occur; ③ The internal organs cannot return to their original position: The degree of rectus abdominis separation will affect the repositioning of the internal organs. In severe cases, internal organs will sag, such as gastric sag, resulting in symptoms of discomfort, and some may also experience urinary incontinence.

Postpartum rectus abdominis separation self-test method

The self-test method for postpartum rectus abdominis separation is relatively simple. Mothers can understand it in advance, know their condition, and take effective measures. The rectus abdominis refers to four muscles on each side of the abdomen. The left and right sides are connected by the linea alba, and the gap is normally 1-2 fingers. Self-test method: Women lie flat on their backs, bend their knees 90 degrees, keep their lower body still, do sit-ups and lift their upper body, touch the tense muscles around the navel with your fingers (basically a line from above the navel to below the navel), and measure the distance between the cool muscles with your fingers. If the distance is more than 2 fingers, it means rectus abdominis separation. If the rectus abdominis separation is within 3 fingers, it can be recovered through exercise. If it exceeds 3 and a half fingers, it is recommended to seek treatment from a professional doctor.