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Diastasis Recti Physiotherapy
On-point diagnosis, tailored treatment plans, and faster recovery, every time.
Overview
Diastasis Recti, often a result of pregnancy, appears as a visible abdominal muscle bulge that compromises core strength, mobility, and stability. At PhysioFit Health, our professional diastasis recti physiotherapy in Markham combines evidence-based modalities and science-backed approaches to help support long-term core strength while relieving other symptoms.
Common Symptoms
Abdominal bulging, pain, discomfort, core muscle weakness, and more
Typical Causes
Pregnancy, surgery, muscular overloading, and more
Goals
Reduce pain, enhance muscle strength, and improve mobility
How Does Diastasis Recti Physiotherapy Help?
- Reduces pain and swelling
- Restores range of motion and gait
- Builds strength & proprioception
- Guides safe return to work/sport
How Our Diastasis Recti Physiotherapy in Markham Works?
Step 01 | Assess
As the first step, we perform a detailed evaluation of the abdominal muscle separation along with the symptoms and severity of the problem.
Step 02 | Relieve
Offering professional diastasis recti physiotherapy and other manual modalities, we help relieve the painful symptoms.
Step 03 | Rebuild
Our experts provide in-depth guidance regarding exercises and physiotherapy for diastasis recti to rebuild core muscle strength.
Step 04 | Return
With ongoing support and expert knowledge, our clients return to their daily activities with improved symptoms, strength, and stability.
Symptoms & When to Seek Care
Mild symptoms appear as slight abdominal muscle separation. Early diastasis recti physiotherapy, provided by experts, can improve the condition.
Moderate symptoms manifest as visible separation, pain, and instability. Professional rehab and physiotherapy for diastasis recti may help.
Significant muscular separation with pain and compromised activity. Prompt medical intervention is essential to manage symptoms.
Causes & Risk Factors
Your Treatment Plan
History, tests, gait/footwear review
Manual therapy, edema control, taping/bracing as needed
ROM → strength → balance/proprioception → plyometrics; home plan
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Timelines vary by severity; uncomplicated sprains often improve within 2–6 weeks.
Graded return-to-run/sport, footwear guidance
Frequently Asked Questions
Physiotherapists are professionally trained, primarily health care providers who are experts in injury diagnosis, treatment, exercise prescription, injury prevention, rehabilitation, and many other areas of sport, health, and fitness.
Please dress accordingly so that your healthcare provider can access the areas that need to be assessed and treated. Please also bring a copy of any relevant diagnostic testing reports (X-ray, MRI, etc.) and/or medication that you are taking.
The number of treatments required will vary depending on the problem and the individual. After your healthcare provider conducts a thorough physical examination, they will discuss a treatment plan for the rehabilitation process with you.
You should be dressed so that your health care provider can access the areas that need to be assessed and treated.
The most efficient way to make an appointment is to call us at 905-604-6555 and speak directly to our receptionist.
All of our licensed professionals are primary health care providers and do not require a doctor’s note for assessment and treatment. However, depending on your insurance company and plan (if applicable), you may need a doctor’s requisition to be reimbursed for the services.
The duration of treatment will vary from patient to patient. Factors such as your diagnosis, age, severity of your impairments, past medical history, and work-related environment may affect your response to diastasis recti physiotherapy. We will constantly review your progress in therapy and re-evaluate your treatment plan if necessary to help you achieve your therapy goals.
We treat patients with a wide range of conditions and diagnoses. Please visit our Services for an extensive list of conditions and diagnoses our practitioners treat.
Extended health care insurance plans may cover a part of, or even the entire cost of your treatment. Please confirm your insurance coverage, or you may ask our front desk for assistance.
We may directly bill your insurance company if you are involved in a motor vehicle accident or a WSIB claim. Most insurance plans under Great West Life, Blue Cross, Chambers of Commerce Group, Industrial Alliance, Desjardins, Johnson, Manulife, Maximum Benefit of Johnston Group, Standard Life, and Sun Life allow for direct billing. However, there are exceptions to each insurance company. Each company also varies in the specific services it can submit on your behalf. Physiotherapy, Chiropractic, and Massage Therapy are directly billable for most of the above-stated insurance companies.
We accept Visa, Mastercard, Interac (debit), cheque, and cash.
About Physiofit Health
One-to-one physiotherapy delivering evidence-based care for active adults and families in Markham and nearby communities.
- Direct billing available
- Evening & Saturday appointment
- Free on-site parking / accessible entrance
- Multilingual care
Contact Information
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PhysioFit Health & Rehab
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Address:
4581 Hwy 7 #105, Markham, ON L3R 1M6, Canada
We Accept Most Major Insurance Plans
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