PREGNANCY CARE

Pregnancy

Treatment during pregnancy can be useful in allowing the body to adapt with the rapid changes of a woman's body during the growth of the baby.

Our Osteopaths are trained to provide treatment and pregnancy care throughout your pregnancy from conception to birth and beyond. We treat using specific pregnancy suitable techniques to assist with the changing body throughout pregnancy. We utilise belly pillows for lying face down and when necessary and safe to do so, and sidelying treatments with lots of cushions to assist with comfort during the treatment.

Some of our practitioners have more extensive training to assist with birth preparation, pelvic floor health, and assessment of abdominal separation (DRAMS) post birth and assisting with post partum recovery, including tailored rehab programs that are suitable for each week of your post partum.

Pregnancy and Post-Partum Related Symptoms We May Be Able To Assist With:

pelvic instability
pubic pain
lower back pain
upper thoracic and cervical pain, including cervicogenic headaches
carpal tunnel syndrome
swelling in the lower limbs and feet
reflux and indigestion
pelvic floor weakness or overactivity
incontinence
prolapse
mastitis

Is It Ok To Have Osteopathic Treatment During Pregnancy?

Absolutely! We recommend that you come in early in the pregnancy if you are experiencing pain or discomfort, early intervention using carefully selected hands on techniques and exercise prescription appropriate for your stage of pregnancy, can assist with comfort throughout the pregnancy and a better preparation for birth and beyond.

Should I Have An Osteopathic Trea tment Following The Birth Of My Newborn?

We often recommend a follow up appointment after the birth of your baby at approximately 4-6 weeks for a check in with pelvic floor, abdominal separation and address any post partum strains in the body.

We also address the mechanical changes in your body that occurred during pregnancy, to assist with healing and recovery after birth.

Will compression garments help in my recovery?

Short answer is YES!

We stock both SRC Pregnancy range of garments and SRC Recovery garments in the clinic

SRC Pregnancy Shorts and Leggings are an effective, non-pharmacological option for prevention and management of pain during pregnancy and are endorsed by the Australian Physiotherapy Association and Australian College of Midwives.
SRC studies show ~82% of women who wore SRC Pregnancy Shorts or Leggings experienced a reduction in their discomfort.

Under the Bump - if your skin is sensitive and gets itchy or if you often get hot. The adjustable waistband grows with the bump.

Over the Bump - if you want extra support and to cover the bump without compressing it. The super soft stretchy material of the upper abdominal and back panel grows with your bump.

The SRC Recovery garments provide postpartum support and pain relief after a c-section or vaginal delivery so you can move more freely post-delivery. Pregnancy pushes your body nearly as much as extreme endurance sports. Speeding up recovery after delivery, the peak of this marathon event, is a crucial part in enjoying a healthier motherhood journey for you, your baby and your family.

SRC Recovery garments aid in the treatment of

C-section wounds,
Perineal trauma,
Episiotomy wounds,
Abdominal muscle separation (Diastasis Rectus Abdominus Muscle DRAM),
Lower back pain.

Designed with anti-chafing fabric and in consultation with an obstetrician for the ultimate in comfort and functionality, SRC Recovery Shorts provide the support you need to heal and move more freely post-delivery

provide postpartum support and pain relief after a c-section or vaginal delivery so you can move more freely post-delivery. Pregnancy pushes your body nearly as much as extreme endurance sports. Speeding up recovery after delivery, the peak of this marathon event, is a crucial part in enjoying a healthier motherhood journey for you, your baby and your family.

SRC Recovery garments aid in the treatment of

C-section wounds,
Perineal trauma,
Episiotomy wounds,
Abdominal muscle separation (Diastasis Rectus Abdominus Muscle DRAM),
Lower back pain.

Designed with anti-chafing fabric and in consultation with an obstetrician for the ultimate in comfort and functionality, SRC Recovery range provide the support you need to heal and move more freely post-delivery.

If you have any questions about this range, contact us at the clinic or drop in for a chat!