PREGNANCY PHYSIOTHERAPY

COMMON CONDITIONS



• PGP (Pelvic Girdle Pain)

• SPD (Symphisis Pubis Dysfunction)

• Low Back Pain

• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

• Rib Pain

• Incontinence

Many women experience pain during pregnancy due to changes in hormone levels, muscle support and posture.



Physiotherapy can help to alleviate these aches and pains. A specialised antenatal physiotherapy assessment is carried out to identify the root of the pain and based on the findings a treatment plan will be devised.

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Treatment may include:



• Manual therapy
• Exercise to strengthen weak muscles 
• Prescription of supports/ braces to support joints and muscles
• Postural correction
• Advice & Education

 

“Some conditions which develop as a result of pregnancy and delivery may not resolve without treatment. This is why we advise all new mums to avail of our Postnatal Assessment”