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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