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Abstract

Background: The separation of the rectus abdominis muscles is known as diastasis recti abdominis (DRA), and it is a common postpartum condition in women.
Aim: The purpose of this study was to examine the prevalence of DRA and how it affects postpartum women's physical functioning.
Methodology: 80 postpartum women participated in a cross-sectional study. The Physical Functioning Scale (PFS) was used to measure physical functioning, and palpation was used to determine the prevalence of DRA.
Results: The findings indicated that 42.5% of postpartum women had DRA. The PFS scores of women with DRA were significantly lower than those of women without DRA (p < 0.001).
Conclusion: According to the study, DRA affects physical functioning significantly and is common in postpartum women. Physician’s shought be aware of the prevalence and treat accordingly.