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If you’ve noticed a bulge down the center of your belly, ongoing lower back pain, or a core that just doesn’t feel right after pregnancy, you may have diastasis recti. This guide covers what it is, how to check for it at home, which exercises help, and when to see a physical therapist.

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Lower back pain and pelvic pain are both common, and they often show up at the same time. While many people see them as separate issues, new research shows they are linked. The nerves, muscles, and the body’s alarm systems connect these areas. Pain in your lower back can lead to pain in your pelvis,...

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• Tightness and weakness can coexist: Pelvic floor muscles can be both too tight (overactive) and too weak (underactive) at the same time.
• Chronic tension leads to weakness: Muscles that stay contracted for long periods, often because of stress, pain, or sitting too much, can become t
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• The Brain-Pelvis Link: The pelvic floor works like a physical barometer for emotional stress, which can cause it to tighten up without you realizing.
• Pain Science Education (PSE): Learning that pain is a signal meant to protect you, not just a sign of damage, is the first step towa
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