Although it is not common, physical therapy during pregnancy should be a MUST for every mom-to-be! Physical therapy performed by a Doctor of Physical Therapy trained in pregnancy and pelvic floor rehab has MANY benefits and cannot only resolve pregnancy pains but can be preventative for many dysfunctions including pelvic floor dysfunction, perineal tearing during childbirth, and injury with the demands of new motherhood.
During pregnancy, we can address pains and aches that go along with the hormonal and body changes. We can help to modify your posture, breathing, body mechanics to prevent injury and allow you to continue to function at an optimal level throughout the pregnancy. We can educate you on pelvic floor function and address dysfunction including pain, pressure, swelling, incontinence, and more to improve your comfort during pregnancy as well as your recovery postpartum. We can teach you safe exercise through each stage of pregnancy and help you modify your exercise to continue to safely stay active for the health of you and your baby. We can help you prepare your body, mind, and home for labor, childbirth, and motherhood. We can help you make a birth plan that’s right for you and walk you and your partner through the steps of actively preparing your body and pelvic floor for the demands of childbirth. We can help you prepare for the postpartum recovery with a safe and personalized activity plan even in the earliest stages of postpartum.
We can and want to be an essential part of your birth team – for the best outcomes for you and your precious baby!
Did you work with a physical therapist during pregnancy? If so, how did they help you?
If you are expecting and want to find out how physical therapy can help you during this pregnancy, reach out to Life Changes Physical Therapy today!
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