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  1. diastasis recti diastasis recti exercises

    Verywell Family | 5 Best Diastasis Recti Exerciseshttps://feminapt.com/media-content/heather-jeffcoat-at-verywell-family/verywell-family-5-best-diastasis-recti-exercises

    If you’re looking for specific diastasis recti exercises, we can help you get back into a fitness groove after pregnancy and childbirth and help heal and strengthen the deep core muscles. What is Diastasis Recti? Diastasis recti happens when the two...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Heather Jeffcoat, DPT
    • Category: Verywell Family
  2. Postpartum Recovery pt. 2 Diastasis Rectus Abdominis | Image Courtesy of Katherine Hood via Unsplash

    Diastasis Rectus Abdominis: What, Why, How? | Postpartum Recovery Series - Part 2https://feminapt.com/blog/diastasis-rectus-abdominis-what-why-how-postpartum-recovery-pt-2

    What is DRA? Diastasis rectus abdominis (DRA, sometimes referred to as Diastasis Recti) is a distortion or thinning of the linea alba which is the midline of the abdomen that connects left and right rectus abdominis muscles together. Although DRA can...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Staff
    • Category: Blog
  3. Exercises for Lower Back Pain in Pregnancy done by pregnant woman

    International Journal of Childbirth Education | Exercises for Lower Back Pain in Pregnancyhttps://feminapt.com/resources/published-articles/exercises-for-lower-back-pain-in-pregnancy

    prevent the pain from returning. Potential sources of the pain may include postural dysfunction related to pregnancy, diastasis rectus abdominus (DRA), misalignments in the pelvic girdle, and poor body mechanics. The presence of diastasis rectus...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Heather Jeffcoat, DPT
    • Category: Published Articles
  4. diastasis recti exercises

    Livestrong | 10 Diastasis Recti Exercises for Ab Muscle Separationhttps://feminapt.com/media-content/heather-on-livestrong/livestrong-10-diastasis-recti-exercises-for-ab-muscle-separation

    While researching this article about diastasis recti exercises, Livestrong author Amy Marturana Winderl, CPT reached out to me for some advice. Here is a brief synopsis of the article, with a link to the full article below. Kasia Gondek, PT, DPT, CSCS...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Kasia Gondek, PT, DPT, CLT, CSCS
    • Category: Livestrong
  5. mommy tummy

    Mommy Tummy - Not Something You Have to Just Live Withhttps://feminapt.com/blog/mommy-tummy-not-something-you-have-to-just-live-with

    Mommy tummy aka diastasis recti abdominis (DRA) is a prevalent issue. One in three American moms have DRA that persists greater than a year. So what is a diastasis recti? It is the stretching of the linea alba, a connective tissue that runs down the...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Staff
    • Category: Blog
  6. Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy after Cesarean Section

    Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy after Cesarean Sectionhttps://feminapt.com/blog/pelvic-floor-physical-therapy-after-cesarean-section

    by promoting collagen remodeling Decrease itching Provide moisture and flexibility to the scar Desensitize the scar tissue Diastasis recti recovery Diastasis recti, or diastasis rectus abdominis (DRA) is a condition in which the 2 sides of the...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Staff
    • Category: Blog
  7. returning to activity and sport postpartum

    Safely Returning to Activity and Sport | Postpartum Recovery Series - Part 1https://feminapt.com/blog/safely-returning-to-activity-and-sport-postpartum-recovery-pt-1

    pelvic floor muscle strength, endurance and coordination pelvic organ prolapse any distortion of the midline of abdomen (diastasis rectus abdominis) musculoskeletal strength scar tissue There is a functional screening that our office follows to help you...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Heather Jeffcoat, DPT
    • Category: Blog
  8. photo of early post-partum recovery magazine

    International Journal of Childbirth Education | Early Post Partum Recoveryhttps://feminapt.com/resources/published-articles/early-post-partum-recovery

    exercises should also be incorporated into daily activities, such as picking up their baby or squatting to the floor. If a diastasis is present, this should be corrected to restore a more midline position of the rectus abdominus muscles (Photos 3 and...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Heather Jeffcoat, DPT
    • Category: Published Articles
  9. Post-Partum Renewal Program

    Post-Partum Renewal Programhttps://feminapt.com/treatments/post-partum-renewal-program

    Our Premier Post-partum physical therapy program in Los Angeles is a complete evaluation for diastasis rectus abdominus, postural and movement dysfunctions and pelvic floor muscle status. Treatments may include pelvic floor muscle biofeedback, specific...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Heather Jeffcoat, DPT
    • Category: Treatments
  10. treating pelvic organ prolapse with pelvic floor therapy

    Treating Pelvic Organ Prolapse with Pelvic Floor Therapyhttps://feminapt.com/blog/treating-pelvic-organ-prolapse-with-pelvic-floor-therapy

    include: Pregnancy, labor, and childbirth (the most common causes) Assistive birth: forceps, vacuum or a combination Diastasis Recti Abdominus (DRA or Diastasis Recti) separation and weak core Obesity Respiratory problems with a chronic, long-term cough...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Staff
    • Category: Blog
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Testimonial by A.W., age 32

I wanted to let you know that my pelvic floor held strong and gave me no trouble whatsoever in my trail race this morning (12 miles)! In a way, I felt like I ran better than ever because my core feels so rock solid from all the exercises you have me doing. That was especially valuable on the technical downhill - I just flew down the trail because I had confidence in my balance and form. Thank you for helping me get back to doing what I love.

-- A.W., age 32
(completed Post-partum Renewal Program using the InTone biofeedback/stim unit)

Testimonial by Carolina J.

I had tried Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy before (with another PT) and I had a really bad (painful) experience. A friend of mine and fellow patient, told me about Heather, Laureen and Femina PT (née Fusion Wellness & Physical Therapy) and I decided to try again. I am so happy I did! Femina PT have, literally, changed my life. I was able to do again things I couldn't do for over 10 years!! Their bedside manners are impeccable, their knowledge and understanding make me feel comfortable to recommend this place to anyone in pain. Specially if you have Endometriosis. 100% recommended!!

-- Carolina J., 12/28/16 via Yelp!

Testimonial by R.S.

I wanted to thank you so much for helping me get through something I thought I may never be able to. We have achieved pain-free intercourse and this has really solidified our marriage. We are so grateful to you for all the work you do! Thank you!!

-- R.S.

Testimonial by M.M.

A personal journey and testimonial from one of my patients:

My husband and I were married for 5 years before we were able to have intercourse due to my vaginismus. There was nothing traumatic in my past but for some reason, even though I wanted sex, I mentally avoided "that area" of my body and didn't even admit to myself that there was a problem for a long time, even though I was never able to put tampons in. Once I finally opened my eyes up to the fact that I had a problem, I had a surgery that was supposed to fix the issue.

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Testimonial by R.D., age 38

"I had a severe tear during childbirth that was not stitched together correctly and therefore healed poorly. Even after having a surgery a year later to remove the scar tissue, I was still having pain, and no one could explain why -- there was no overt 'reason' to explain the pain. I had tried other 'specialists' and even saw another physical therapist who had me do hip / leg stretches -- what a joke! I was about to give up and just 'live with it' until thankfully I kept searching online and found Heather.

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Testimonial by R.H.

No one could tell me why I was having pain during sex--sharp pain, not just uncomfortable, pain. I was referred to Heather Jeffcoat after researching several different options. I had seen a specialist who told me physical therapy would not help and my only option was surgery. I really didn't want to go that route, so when we got a referral, I decided to try it--it can't hurt, I thought. I am so glad I did. She diagnosed the problem right away, which was a relief in itself.

To know why I was having pain eased my mind immensely. And to hear that she could fix it without surgery was another relief. She said she could fix the problem in 6 weeks. I think it was actually 4 for me. She was very methodical, and treated me as an intelligent human being capable of participating in my own recovery. I would absolutely recommend her to anyone. She did not try to prolong my session numbers, she worked hard to accommodate my schedule (and the fact that I had to bring a baby to sessions), and she was completely honest the entire time. It is so hard to find someone with these characteristics, much less a professional who is so good at what she does. She has my highest respect.

-- R.H.

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Telephone: (310) 871-9554

The Beverly Hills office is convenient to Mid-Wilshire, West Hollywood, Hollywood, Beverlywood, Korea Town, Downtown LA, Culver City, Century City, Santa Monica and Malibu.

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Monday 12:00-5:00
Tuesday 7:00-6:00
Wednesday CALL
Thursday 2:00-6:00
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Pasadena, Ca 91101

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Our Pasadena location is convenient to Glendale, Montrose, Burbank, Silver Lake, Los Feliz, Atwater Village, and Eagle Rock.

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Monday 7:00-6:00
Tuesday 7:00-4:00
Wednesday CALL
Thursday 7:00-4:00
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13425 Ventura Blvd. Suite 200
Sherman Oaks, California 91423

Telephone: (818) 877-6910

The Sherman Oaks office is adjacent to Studio City and serves the Bel Air, Brentwood, West LA, Mulholland, Beverly Hills, Encino, Calabasas and San Fernando Valley area.

Hours:

Monday 7:30-6:00
Tuesday 7:00-6:00
Wednesday 7:00-6:00
Thursday 8:00-6:00
Friday 7:00-6:00