In this episode of Tummy Tuck Talk, we’re tackling a BIG and very common question we hear all the time:
“Will a tummy tuck fix my back pain?”

If you’re dealing with persistent low back pain postpartum, especially if you have diastasis rectus abdominis, this episode is a must-listen.

Munira and Lisa break down why the relationship between diastasis, back pain, and tummy tuck surgery is far more complex than most people are led to believe. We explore what the science actually says, why pain doesn’t always come from damaged tissue, and why narrowing a muscle gap isn’t the magic fix many assume it is.

This conversation will help you understand your pain, feel validated in your experience, and approach recovery with more clarity and confidence.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

✨ Why diastasis does not automatically cause back pain, and what research really shows
✨ The difference between nociceptive pain and nociplastic pain, and why chronic back pain often persists even when tissues have healed
✨ How postpartum stress, sleep deprivation, fear of movement, and nervous system sensitivity can amplify pain
✨ Why the “weak core = back pain” narrative is outdated, and how this belief can actually hold you back
✨ How overprotecting your core and avoiding movement can increase pain instead of reducing it
✨ Why some people experience back pain relief after a tummy tuck, and why it’s not always due to muscle repair alone
✨ How rebuilding strength, confidence, and trust in your body plays a major role in pain improvement
✨ What to consider before choosing surgery as a solution for back pain
✨ Why a biopsychosocial, whole-person approach matters for long-term healing

If you’ve ever felt confused, discouraged, or stuck in fear about moving your body because of diastasis or back pain, this episode is here to remind you: your body is not broken, and there is more than one path to healing.

Resources Mentioned:

✨ Tummy Tuck Core Rehab Program, a structured rehab program designed to rebuild strength, confidence, and function after surgery:
https://www.tummytuckrehab.com/tummy-tuck-core-rehab

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