Purpose of splint

The splint is specifically designed to treat diastasis recti, a common condition resulting from pregnancy. The purpose of the splint is to help approximate (pull together) the two halves of the outermost abdominal muscle (recti), making the recommended Tupler Technique exercises more effective. It also helps heal the weakened connective tissue.

Wear it all the time under your clothes A splint needs to be worn over a camisole or fitted undergarment to hold it in place better. You can then wear your normal clothing over top.  Our clients get the best results in closing a diastasis when they wear the splint all the time since you are constantly using your core muscles when performing your activities of daily living. One of the steps of the Tupler Technique program is engaging the core muscles during these activities. So if you are wearing a splint, the starting position of the muscles will be closer together when the muscles are engaged. This then helps speed up the process of closing your diastasis.

Putting it on Correctly

First, the splint is placed on the back with soft velcro facing out. Then, the right hand pulls the left side of the splint while pulling the muscle towards the middle. The left hand holds that pull as the right hand attaches the velcro end in the back on top. The left hand then pulls the right side of the splint while pulling the muscle towards the middle. The right hand holds that pull as the left hand attaches the Velcro in the back on the bottom. This cross-over action creates the approximation (pulling together) of each side of the recti towards the middle which encourages the expedited healing of diastasis. 

How is the splint different from a girdle or control top pantyhose?

The purpose of other girdles or bands is compression or bringing the abdominal muscles back towards the spine. The purpose of the Diastasis Rehab Splint is to approximate or pull the two halves of the muscles closer together. The splint is worn between the bottom of the rib cage and the top of the hip bones, so each side of the recti can be brought towards the middle. The Tupler Technique trains your core muscle to do the work of bringing your belly to the spine for a flat tummy whereas a girdle simply compresses the muscles.  Colors: Black or White; Sizes: Small (waist 24’’ to 28 ‘’) Medium (waist 29’’ to 33’’) Large (waist 34’’ to 45’’)  Fabric content: 95% cotton, 5% lycra.  Splints are not returnable so please make sure you order your correct size. To determine your size, please measure over your belly button with your abdominals relaxed.

“The Diastasis Rehab™ Splint is the only abdominal binder designed to help close diastasis recti. By approximating (pulling together) the muscles this splint helps heal the connective tissue and helps my clients feel their muscles working better when they are doing the exercises.” - Luanne Sforza, Physical Therapist (NYC)

“I owe my abdominal and upper body strength immediately after having my daughter Julie Tupler’s Mummy Tummy program. Thank you.” Sherry Stringfield, actress, ER