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Tummy exercise after 2 C sections
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I had 2 C section deliveries in 2017 Jan and 2018 Oct. I have put on weight and my back pain increased due to over weight. Am planning to start exercising with tummy trimmer abs. Is it okay use it for my spine which had epidural. Will it impact on internal scars in abdomen.
Help me with some tips
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Exercising after a C section should be planned to not only reduce weight but also to strengthen the muscles around the tummy and the back.
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Start with gentle exercises for abdominal muscles and lower back. You must include some exercise to build stamina like walking
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Steady workout no short cuts
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You should do post natal exercises which will reduce your tummy and back pain in turn reduces your weight.
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You need to consult a Physiotherapist for further evaluation and treatment through online or in person.
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in Anti natal care physiotheraputic approach have played a great role here.according to my advice use a lumber support with abdominal support belts . it's helpful for your back pain'also give support to your ab pack.
Core muscles strength excrise ( ant and posterior)
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avoid prolonged standing
avoid heavy weight lifting
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consultant with dietitian nutritionist
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According to your case history, tummy trimmers aren't effective at reducing belly fat.most of them available in the market are dubious and have never been proven to substantially reduce tummy fat . The one way to reduce belly fat go through the exercises belowa are..
1: pelvic tilts
2: planks
3:kegels
4: Bridges
To know more about all these exercises consult me directly through practo..
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1:Eat healthy
2:Get adequate sleep
3: Drink lots of water and fluid.
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Before you proceed with exercises consult a gynecological practicing physiotherapist in person or online.
She will check for your
1.Diastsis recti space
2.Epidural point pain(if any)
Since you have got two c sections in two years. So better to get their opinion to avoid any exercise induced complications
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General precautionary measures which your physiotherapist / gynec would have told you during hospitalization should be considered during exercises.
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If you are a feeding mother then care should be taken on the diet plans coz minimal energy expenditure may exhaust you at times. Better to take an online consultation at least as a precaution.
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First: Back Pain: Do Some Flexon Exercises. Knee to Chest While Lying Supine on Bed.
Do it With Other Leg, Then Both Legs Together. 10 - 10 Times Each.
Here is No Option to Send You Pics .. Else it Will Be More Clear.
Video Link for Exercises :
https://youtu.be/sfiqktb3qoy
Second : For Tummy: Or Weak Abdominal Muscles.
Lying Supine :. Raise Your Right Leg Upward upto 30° then Down after 10 Seconds.
Do it With Other Leg Like Same.
And Then Both Legs Together.
10-10 Times Each.
2. Do Circular Movement from Pelvis While Standing, Clockwise & Anticlockwise.
10-10 Times Each.
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If You Want You Can Visit Our Clinic or Take Online Consultation for Proper Exercises Program for Your Condition Accordingly.
You can also Discuss Your Case With Me By Going to My Profile ..
We Provide Proper Online Consultation With Videos, Pics, On Call & Text Massages for Perfect Results.
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Don't Over Stress or Over Strech.
Try to Loose Some Weight, We Can Guide You in That Also If You Provide Us Proper Details ..
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Dr. R Uma maheswari (PT)
Physiotherapist
6 yrs exp
Hyderabad
First u have to do post natal assesment .after that u can start with post natal isometric exercises under guidance of PT.... exercise s il b low intensity n low repetition s in starting ... according ur muscle strength n endurance level v can plan the prog.....if u go for ass u il know any associated probs like diastasis recti separation..n core muscle strength...ect...
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start any exercise in starting under the guidance of PT
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I'll suggest u to do isometric exercises with hold n relax .type n increase ur time n reps
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Ms. Komal Jagtap Gaonkar (PT)
Physiotherapist
14 yrs exp
Mumbai
Actually you need proper advice from gynaecologist. There is no harm in doing after c section. But don't do exercises with tummy trimmer it wont help you to reduce tummy fat.better if you have online consultation with physiotherapist doctor for better results. Try to take proper diet also.
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try to do exercises regularly but with the doctor advice.
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Ms. Pooja Pandey Tripathi (PT)
Physiotherapist
20 yrs exp
Bangalore
https://youtu.be/o0nvitlld_4
First start strengthening your back with these exercises.
Then gradually progress to strengthening core.
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