Physical Therapy for Pregnancy
Labor is a dance between you and your baby
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PT during pregnancy can facilitate a smoother birth and optimize postpartum recovery
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Indications for physical therapy during pregnancy
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Current and/or history of low back, pelvic girdle or hip pain
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Current and/or history of urinary incontinence, pelvic discomfort
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Any abdominal surgery (eg. laparoscopic and cesarean section)
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Previous injury to the tailbone or pelvis
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Previous pregnancies
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Painful intercourse and/or vaginal exams
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Constipation
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Addressing these dysfunctions during pregnancy can facilitate a
smoother birth and support efficient postpartum healing. ​


Benefits of physical therapy during pregnancy
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Prepare your body for labor
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Facilitate optimal baby position in utero
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Learn how to effectively push!
- Learn different birthing positions
- Minimize the risk of developing a diastasis recti
- Decrease risk of pelvic floor dysfunction, incontinence and prolapse
- Reduce or eliminate pain (back pain, hip pain, pelvic floor pain, rib pain, ect)
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Set yourself up for an efficient recovery postpartum