myPhysioSA Pelvic Health:
Pelvic Health,
Pregnancy & Postnatal care
Physiotherapists working with pregnant and postnatal women are commonly referred to as ‘Women’s Health Physios’ and are often trained as pelvic health physiotherapists too. They have a special interest in obstetric care and supporting people through a very special yet often challenging time in their lives.
Physiotherapists provide support for a number of conditions associated with pregnancy and the postnatal period, as well as a number of bladder, bowel and pelvic floor concerns such as pelvic organ prolapse, persistent pelvic pain and sexual pain.
Our pelvic health physiotherapists at myPhysioSA have a special interest in pregnancy, postnatal and pelvic floor physio care.
In many cases, all it takes is accurate assessment and treatment by a Physiotherapist trained in Pregnancy & Postnatal care to get you back on track.
We understand that talking about some of these problems can be uncomfortable and at times distressing for women.
Our Pelvic Health Physiotherapists Kate Phillips, Jane Rothe, Tracy Magor Weyland, Natalie Trim,and Sarah Walsh are experienced at putting clients at ease and dealing sensitively with their concerns.
They are a passionate team and love supporting people through the excitement and challenges of pregnancy and new motherhood.
Pregnancy
Pregnancy is an exciting time in many lives, however the combination of pregnancy hormones and postural changes that occur as your baby grows can have a profound effect on your body.
During pregnancy we can help to optimise your health and wellbeing, prevent or manage pregnancy related conditions and help you prepare for labour and the early postnatal recovery period.
Some of the common conditions in pregnancy that we can help you manage include:
- Back, neck and rib pain
- Pelvic girdle pain
- Abdominal pain
- Wrist pain, tingling or numbness
- Abdominal muscle separation or weakness
- Pelvic floor and general pelvic health concerns
Some great websites we recommend with an extensive source of information on pregnancy, birth and parenting are
Postnatal
Postnatal
Pregnancy and childbirth can weaken your abdominal and pelvic floor muscles, and the demands of caring for a newborn can lead to a number of aches and pains.
During the postnatal period, some of the conditions we can help you with include:
- Thumb/wrist pain, tingling, weakness
- Back, neck, pelvic and/or coccyx pain
- Abdominal muscle separation or weakness
- Breastfeeding problems including breast engorgement, mastitis, blocked ducts, postural discomfort
- Pain after a perineal tear, episiotomy, vaginal delivery
- Pain after a caesarean section
- Pelvic floor and general pelvic health concerns
Pelvic Health Physiotherapy
Many people suffer in silence with pelvic health problems for years before seeking help.
We will work with you to manage your concerns sensitively and ensure you feel comfortable discussing them with our team. Some people may not have any symptoms of pelvic floor dysfunction but are interested to learn more about these muscles to prevent issues later in life – everyone can benefit from a pelvic floor assessment and prevention is certainly better than cure.
Some of the common conditions we can help you manage include:
- Bladder issues such as incontinence, urgency and frequency
- Bowel issues such as incontinence, urgency, difficulty emptying
- Pelvic organ prolapse
- Persistent pelvic pain and sexual pain
Our myPhysioSA Pelvic Health team can also help you to prepare for and recover from gynaecological surgery such as prolapse repair, continence procedures and hysterectomy.
Pre-operative pelvic health advice and pelvic floor rehabilitation can improve long term recovery and it can also help guide you to safely return to normal activities and exercise regimes post-operatively.
What else do Women’s Health Physiotherapists do?
At myPhysioSA Pelvic Health we are passionate about improving the overall health and wellbeing of our clients.
Exercise is associated with many health benefits and is an important part of the prevention and treatment of:
- Diabetes (including gestational diabetes)
- Osteoporosis
It has also been shown to be beneficial for both mother and baby during pregnancy. It is often hard to know which type of exercise is best – the myPhysioSA Pelvic Health team can prescribe an individualised exercise program to suit your specific needs.
We offer three main classes:
- Beautiful Bumps (pregnancy Pilates)
- Aqua Bumps (pregnancy hydrotherapy)
- Mum’s & Bub’s (supervised class for mother and baby)
So let’s get started on taking control of your problem!
Women’s Health Physiotherapy videos
Healthy Pelvic floor advice
Pregnant? Here's how to relieve the tightness in your upper back
4 reasons why you should have a six week post natal checkup
Bladder urgency advice
When can I start exercising after having a baby
