Physiotherapy for Pregnancy
Pregnancy is a marathon for a woman's body. It is a time of tremendous change to all systems including the musculoskeletal system. Here are some of the incredible changes happening in a pregnant woman's body:
All these changes can lead to some discomfort. Womankind Physiotherapists have post graduate university training in caring for you during this special time. Expert, up to date information on the most effective treatment options for common pregnancy discomforts including pelvic girdle pain (pelvic instability), pubic symphysis pain, sacroiliac joint pain, low back pain, thoracic (mid back) pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, dequervein's tenosynovitis, abdominal muscle separation and of course pelvic floor muscle rehabilitation. We also conduct Birth Skills Classes for couples to empower your labour and optimise recovery.
- Blood volume increases almost 50% (an extra 1.2L)
- Heart rate increases 30%
- Oxygen consumption increases by 20%
- Kidney function increases 30-50%
- Pregnancy hormones cause ligaments to soften and stretch
- Uterus muscle is growing and by late pregnancy weigh's 1kg and has reached base of rib cage.
- Abdominal distension which leads to less efficient force closure of pelvic girdle via core muscles.
All these changes can lead to some discomfort. Womankind Physiotherapists have post graduate university training in caring for you during this special time. Expert, up to date information on the most effective treatment options for common pregnancy discomforts including pelvic girdle pain (pelvic instability), pubic symphysis pain, sacroiliac joint pain, low back pain, thoracic (mid back) pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, dequervein's tenosynovitis, abdominal muscle separation and of course pelvic floor muscle rehabilitation. We also conduct Birth Skills Classes for couples to empower your labour and optimise recovery.
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Pregnancy Physiotherapy
Pregnancy is a marathon for a woman’s body. It is a time of tremendous change to all systems, including the musculoskeletal system. Some of these changes include the softening and stretching of ligaments, your uterus growing and pushing on your ribs, and major abdominal distension.
All these changes can lead to discomfort, which makes a long pregnancy feel even more unbearable. Womankind Physiotherapists have post-graduate university training in pregnancy physiotherapy to aid you in caring for your body during this special time.
All these changes can lead to discomfort, which makes a long pregnancy feel even more unbearable. Womankind Physiotherapists have post-graduate university training in pregnancy physiotherapy to aid you in caring for your body during this special time.
Pregnancy Physio Melbourne
With your body changing so much, it’s essential to have the support you need to continue feeling your best. Growing a human is hard work, and you should be comfortable and happy. A pregnancy physiotherapist can help you.
We have expert, up-to-date information and training on the most effective treatment options for common pregnancy discomforts, including:
We have expert, up-to-date information and training on the most effective treatment options for common pregnancy discomforts, including:
- Pelvic girdle pain and pelvic instability.
- Pubic symphysis pain and sacroiliac joint pain.
- Lower back pain.
- Thoracic (mid-back) pain.
- Carpal tunnel syndrome.
- De Quervain's tenosynovitis.
- Abdominal muscle separation.
- Pelvic floor muscle rehabilitation.
We also conduct Active Birth Skills workshops for couples to prepare for labour and optimise recovery. This workshop educates and empowers your labour, birth and recovery
We are a women's health and children's practice and understand the difficulty in finding care options to attend appointments, so babies and children are welcome! The waiting room and therapy rooms are stocked with toys and books.
We are a women's health and children's practice and understand the difficulty in finding care options to attend appointments, so babies and children are welcome! The waiting room and therapy rooms are stocked with toys and books.