Onward Physical Therapy Blog

Diastasis recti refer to the formation of a gap between the two sides of the rectus abdominis muscle (your six-pack muscles). It is important to note that this is a 100% normal occurrence during pregnancy. This muscle is stretched out to accommodate your growing fetus. Additionally, it is also normal for this to remain present for a period of time postpartum....

Congrats on your new baby! For many women returning to the normalcy of regular exercise is a big priority. But many know friends or they themselves have had a difficult experience returning to fitness programs like CrossFit after their pregnancy. Leaking, pain, abdominal weakness and bulging (aka diastasis recti) can be common in postpartum women. So how do you get...

Snap! You felt a pop, your knee give out, and a bolt of pain. A trip to the doctor’s office and some medical imaging confirms your fears…you have an ACL tear. So now what? Surgery and a long (9+ month) rehab process? Surprisingly, many people will make a full and complete ACL recovery without surgery! Are you a candidate to...