I have a separation of two halves of the rectus abdominis muscle developed during pregnancy. I have two kids aged 8 and 2 years-old. This separation has been described as diastasis. I have just ...

Better known as a tummy tuck, abdominoplasty removes excess skin and fat and tightens and repairs weak, separated abdominal muscles. Your plastic surgeon can also remove an apron belly during an ...

This is called diastasis recti. Usually, your separated stomach muscles will go back into place on their own by 8 weeks after giving birth. Using a wrap can compress and support your muscles as ...

It can be hard to process the changes that happen before, during, and after pregnancy. Your body and life change in new and exciting ways. You have a new baby, new responsibilities, and a new body.

A new study reveals that abdominal CT scans play a significant role in diagnosing sarcopenia, a potentially reversible muscle-wasting condition that affects millions of older adults. Sarcopenia is ...

Right side back pain during pregnancy can be due to the growing uterus, weight gain, pregnancy hormones, and the separation of the abdominal muscles. Some pregnancy complications can also cause ...

It is more common in women who are overweight or who have extra pressure placed on their abdominal muscles - such as with twins or higher multiple pregnancy. It is also more common in subsequent ...