If you’re pregnant, you’re likely experiencing some unpleasant discomfort and pain. You might be struggling to move properly, too. As your pregnancy moves forward, your body experiences physiological changes that a women’s health physiotherapist can help with.
At Align HC, we understand how frustrating pregnancy pains can be – that’s why our women’s health physio at our Brisbane Clinic in QLD is here to help! This article focuses on pregnancy physiotherapy services, common conditions treated, prenatal and postnatal care, and more.
Key Takeaways
- Pregnancy physio offers personalised exercise programs and therapy for managing pain and discomfort.
- Some of the most common pregnancy conditions are lower back pain, pelvic girdle pain, diastasis recti, and pelvic floor dysfunction.
- The average cost of physio sessions in Brisbane ranges from $80 to $150.
- The benefits of pregnancy physio are reduced pain, improved mobility, and mental health support.
- Postnatal support focuses on core strength and pelvic floor recovery after childbirth.
What is Pregnancy Physiotherapy?
Pregnancy physiotherapy focuses on managing your physical changes, discomfort, and pain during pregnancy. Our women’s health physiotherapy at our Brisbane Clinic uses techniques like manual therapy, exercise prescription, and education to help support pregnant women, whether your due date is coming up or you’ve already given birth!
The main goals of physiotherapy during your pregnancy are to alleviate your musculoskeletal pain, improve your pelvic health, maintain your mobility and strength, and prepare your body for labour and postpartum recovery. Our pregnancy physiotherapists personalise exercise programs just for you.
The average cost of women’s physio (in Brisbane and throughout Australia) is around $80 to $150 per session, depending on the specific services provided.
What are the Most Common Conditions Treated?
If you’ve been pregnant before, you’ll know how important physios are for managing pain and maintaining flexibility. Here are the most common conditions treated in women’s health for pregnancy:
- Lower Back Pain: The pain you’re experiencing in your lower back can be caused by weight gain and hormonal changes. Posture shifts can also lead to back pain. Physiotherapy can assist with a personalised treatment plan including manual therapy, exercise prescription, and educational guidance.
- Pelvic Girdle Pain (PGP): This includes both pelvic pain and lower back pain. Brisbane pelvic physiotherapy can help through exercises that strengthen pelvic support and provide pain relief.
- Diastasis Recti: This is an abdominal separation that can happen when you’re pregnant. Our practice in Brisbane can intervene to help you recover.
- Pelvic Floor Dysfunction: This is when you feel weakness, pain, or prolapse in the pelvis, which is quite common during pregnancy. Our leading pregnancy physiotherapist can teach you pelvic floor strengthening exercises to assist with this.
- Other Conditions: The demands of pregnancy can create a few other complicated conditions, like sciatica, rib pain, pubic symphysis pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, incontinence, and more. Our qualified health professionals are here to provide pain management strategies to help you prepare for birth.
What are the Benefits of Pregnancy Physiotherapy?
With the latest research and modern techniques to help alleviate your aches and pains, physio can help you achieve full confidence and improve your well-being. Here are some of the benefits of staying active with Brisbane’s best physio during pregnancy:
- Reduced pain and discomfort
- Improved postural strength and mobility
- Increased physical fitness and mobility
- Mental health support through education and reassurance
- Education on labour positions and techniques to make the birthing process easier
- Strengthened muscles post-birth
Prenatal Physiotherapy
Maternity is a long journey, and you’re going to need a lot of help before giving birth! Our physios help manage discomfort and maintain your fitness throughout your pregnancy. We use taping, and safe exercises customised for each trimester, and we are focused on supporting your physical changes throughout pregnancy.
It’s best to start consultations as early as 10 weeks into your pregnancy to reduce that extra stress, address musculoskeletal concerns, and help women manage pain early. We put an emphasis on pelvic floor exercises to help you prepare for labour and recover quickly after birth when the time comes.
Postnatal Physiotherapy
Your pain, increased weight, and discomfort may continue postnatally, so we stress the importance of recovery post-birth. Our physios nurture and focus on your core strength and pelvic floor rehabilitation, as well as address feeding postures.
It’s best to get in touch soon after childbirth to help you recover from pelvic floor weakness and abdominal separation as soon as possible. This is also important for regaining your strength and fitness safely after giving birth.
Do Specialised Programs Help?
Absolutely! Pilates classes are a great program to participate in during pregnancy to improve your strength and flexibility. Clinical exercise classes are also a great choice, as these exercise sessions guided by physios will relax, strengthen, and prepare you for birth.
Align HC: Dedicated Pregnancy Physios in Brisbane
You’ll always want to put the health and strength of you and your baby first. It’s important to tackle any issues and work on your flexibility as soon as possible, so you feel ready to give birth when the time comes. There are a number of pain and discomfort issues that can come up during pregnancy, and we’re ready to help.
Get in touch with Align HC and book your appointment today with Align HC for the care you deserve!
Pregnancy Physio Brisbane FAQs
Is it safe to have physiotherapy while pregnant?
Yes, it is safe to have physiotherapy while pregnant. In fact, it’s recommended! It’s best to start sessions as early as possible to make sure you are strong and healthy before giving birth.
What are some common musculoskeletal problems during pregnancy?
Common musculoskeletal problems during pregnancy include lower back pain, sacroiliac joint pain, hip pain, and pelvic pain.
What is a prolapse and how can physiotherapy help?
Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) happens when your pelvic organs herniate through the perineum because you have weak pelvic floor muscles and supporting structures. Physios can help you exercise the right muscles properly to help strengthen these muscles during consultations and at home.
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