Recovery after Laparoscopic Repair of Diastasis Recti or muscle separation.
Diastasis Recti Repair and Recovery. Laparoscopic repair of diastasis recti typically takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes under anesthesia. After the Laparoscopic surgery , patients will spend about an hour in the recovery room before going home. After the Laparoscopic surgery, someone needs to take them home and if for some reason patient does not have anyone there are nursing agencies available to help.
It is common to experience after the Diastasis Recti Repair a significant discomfort in the first few days due to muscle tightening. This can be effectively managed with a combination of narcotic pain medication and anti-inflammatory drugs like Motrin or Advil. By day three, most patients have significant improvements in their pain and stop taking narcotics.
Diastasis recti repair or muscle separation procedure involves three small incisions in the lower abdomen. These incisions are closed with dressings that do not need to be removed. You can shower and gently wash the area with soap and water and pad it dry over the dressing.
Diastasis Recti repair and recovery for local and none local patients
Local patients that had the Diastasis Recti Repair In Orange County CA, will have the first follow up after one week but patients from out of state are going to be seen in day three or four after the Diastasis Recti surgery, for them to be cleared to fly back home. Typically it takes two weeks for the wounds to heal and takes six weeks for muscle to heal and reach the final strength.
Patient can drive safely once they are no longer taking pain medication and many patients can return to light duty work after 1-2 weeks but heavy and physical work may be resumed after six weeks
We’ll schedule follow-ups at 1 week, 2 weeks, 6 weeks, three months, and 6 months after surgery. During the first 6 weeks, it’s important to wear the abdominal binder snugly for support, only removing it when showering.
If you have any questions about the recovery process or need additional support, don’t hesitate to reach out! Your health and comfort are our top priorities.
At the Surgical Oasis Institute, Dr. Iraniha and his team have expertise in various surgical cosmetics procedures as well as Diastasis Recti Repair. A comprehensive examination and surgical consultation will be provided prior to surgery to customize the best option for each patient. Please contact our office at 949-646-8444 for a virtual consultation. Thank you.
