Postpartum physiotherapy is the process of physical rehabilitation intended to help new mothers regain their strength after the processes of pregnancy and birth-giving. Sometimes, the muscles that form the floor of the pelvis may easily stretch or become impaired during childbirth.
Our pelvic floor physiotherapists aid in strengthening and controlling pelvic muscles; they also assist in managing symptoms such as incontinence, urinary prolapse, or pelvic muscle weakness.
Our initial approach is to manage the weakened pelvic floor muscles and assess their condition to see if there are any anomalies. This may involve assessment of the physical form, questionnaires, imaging tests, and other techniques. Fixing these problems is important to stop more issues from taking place and keep women fit and healthy.
In manual therapy, we employ various techniques such as myofascial release, joint mobilization, and scar tissue massage to manipulate muscles and joints. This approach reduces post-birth pain, increases joint flexibility, and aids in muscle coordination and relaxation. Soft tissue mobilization, such as cross-frictional massage and trigger point therapy, is also part of manual therapy. It helps decrease muscle tension, enhance blood flow, and speed up tissue recovery after childbirth.
Biofeedback is used when we need to assess the tone of pelvic muscles, helping to identify areas that are tight, weak, or dysfunctional. This assessment is very important in guiding effective postpartum rehabilitation strategies.
Our physiotherapists introduce new mothers to diaphragmatic breathing exercises to ensure proper and deep breathing. These techniques lower stress responses, strengthen pelvic muscles and promote overall physical and psychological health.
Heat therapy involves the use of moist heat from hot packs or warm baths to relax muscles and relieve pain. Conversely, cold therapy, such as cold packs and compresses, reduces inflammation, swelling, and pain, promoting quicker recovery.
TENS is used by placing electrodes on the skin to deliver electrical impulses, which help minimize pain signals. This therapy eases postoperative discomfort, enhances muscle contractions, and aids in restoring muscle functionality.
Shockwave therapy uses acoustic waves to stimulate healing in the affected tissues. It helps reduce pain, improve blood circulation, and accelerate tissue repair, making it an effective technique in postpartum recovery.
Postpartum physiotherapy focuses on helping new mothers regain strength and stability, particularly in the core area, which can be significantly impacted by pregnancy and childbirth.
At Next Step Physio and Concussion Clinic, we practice effective core strengthening exercises such as pelvic tilts, bridges, heel slides, and modified planks that are commonly recommended in postpartum physiotherapy.
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Our postpartum physiotherapy services can help you manage your pain and improve your movement, allowing you to enjoy life to the fullest. Let’s build the confidence to embrace all that life has to offer! Contact us to schedule a postpartum care consultation with us!
