Yes! Diastasis can heal with physical therapy. A normal separation is about 1 finger width. We take a whole-body approach to treat diastasis, which includes assessing pelvic floor function, addressing abdominal restrictions and weakness, checking for gut health issues related to bloating, and treating scar tissue, among other factors. By optimizing all these areas, we can strengthen the abdominal muscles and stabilize the core to support healing.
Read this review from one of our patients with DRA: