This is a common misconception, that pain indicates damage or injury, but this is not always the case. It’s understandable why people would think like this, because this is what
“Your abdominal muscles have separated.”
While it’s common to hear this from your nurse or physio after giving birth, what does it actually mean? And should you be worried? In this article, let’s demystify the meaning of having separated abdominal muscles – and what it means for you.
As your pregnancy progresses, your body will undergoes significant physical changes. This is a natural part of the journey as your body prepares to deliver a newborn into the world. However, in up to 50% women, these body changes can result in a debilitating condition called Pregnancy Related Pelvic Girdle Pain. Read on to find out more…
Ms X presented to our clinic with carpal tunnel syndrome affecting her right and left hand. She had been told by her doctor at the time that it was related to her pregnancy and would resolve after her baby was born. Unfortunately for her, her baby was now two months old and the problem had not gone away – in fact, it was getting worse.