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Pregnancy

At Glen Eira Physiotherapy, our physiotherapists deliver detailed and custom Pregnancy Pilates programs.

Our physiotherapists have a special interest and many years of experience in treating common musculoskeletal pregnancy complaints as well as designing safe Pilates programs and classes for pregnancy.

Pregnancy Pilates provides a great way to build your core and prepare your body for childbirth. Our Pilates programs and classes are uniquely designed. We endorse small group pilates and limit the groups to 4 people.

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The Benefits of Pregnancy Pilates

Exercise during pregnancy delivers many health benefits including improved weight control, elevated mood, and better fitness. It might also decrease the risk of pregnancy-related complications like hypertension and pre-eclampsia.

As your baby grows, the stress on your back escalates. According to the Australian Physiotherapy Association, 50% of women will suffer from low back pain throughout their pregnancy. Physiolates exercises can strengthen your abdominal muscles, helping to reduce the risk of back pain or pelvic girdle pain.

Another usual complaint in pregnancy is bladder leakage. As you move through your trimesters, your pelvic floor can also weaken. Our team at Physiolates can refer you to a continence physiotherapist for support. The APA indicates “up to 67 per cent of women will leak urine (incontinence) when they laugh, sneeze, cough or exercise during pregnancy but those with stronger pelvic floor muscles are less likely to leak during pregnancy and after the baby is born.” (Australian Physiotherapy Association)

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GLEN EIRA PHYSIOTHERAPY

Our Pregnancy Pilates Program

Our pregnancy physiolates classes might be claimable under your antenatal cover with Private Health Insurance. An initial assessment and a few private sessions are necessary before joining our group classes.

If you want to talk to one of our team members or schedule an appointment, please call us on (03) 9571 2111 or book online now.

GLEN EIRA PHYSIOTHERAPY

Pregnancy Physiotherapy Oakleigh

Glen Eira Physiotherapy features several physios with a keen interest in treating musculoskeletal pain related to pregnancy. Common conditions treated by our physios include:

Sacro-iliac joint pain

Pain in one or both buttocks coupled with low back pain.

Low back pain

Typically caused by a shift in posture as the foetus grows.

Pubic symphysis pain

Discomfort in pubic area, often aggravated by standing on one leg or excessive leg separation.

Carpal tunnel syndrome

Wrist discomfort, tingling, and numbness in the hand, aggravated at night.

Rib pain

Due to the rib cage expanding to accommodate the baby.

Diastasis Rectus Abdominis

This often presents as a bulge running vertically down from the stomach. This is the separation of the tummy muscle caused by pregnancy. It is imperative to catch it early. If you notice it during pregnancy the right advice and exercise is important. It is also very important not to start a gym program prior to advice.

Thoracic pain

Pain around the bra strap area often starts during pregnancy and can be exacerbated after pregnancy and breastfeeding.

If you want to talk to one of our team members or schedule an appointment, please call us on (03) 9571 2111 or book online now.

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If you would like to speak to one of our team members or make an appointment, please call us on (03) 9571 2111 or book online now.

Physiolates have been providing comprehensive care to patients in Melbourne’s South East. We are a multi-disciplinary clinic with highly experienced staff dedicated to providing high-quality care to our patients.

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