Postnatal Osteopathy
Up to half of all women experience weakness in the abdominal, lower back and pelvic floor muscles after pregnancy, and up to a third still have a tummy gap at eight weeks post-birth.
Leaving any issues that may develop during pregnancy or post-natal can cause dysfunction and pain and lead to further or more serious conditions.
These conditions should not be something you should just put up with as a result of having a baby.
After the Initial assessment, Zaneta will identify the issue's root causes. She will then prescribe a treatment and tailored exercise and guide you to getting back to what you enjoy doing.
After the Initial assessment, Zaneta will identify the issue's root causes. She will then prescribe a treatment and tailored exercise and guide you to getting back to what you enjoy doing.
Here at Encourage Movement, we treat:
Lower Back, Hip and Pelvic Pain
Coccyx Pain
Tummy Gap (Separation of the two muscles that run down the middle of your stomach)
Episiotomy Scar Pain
Bladder Problems (Including leaking and urgency)
Perineal Tears (Including 3rd and 4th degree)
Caesarian Scar Pain and Sensitivity
Pain during Intercourse
Initial Assessment
- Post Natal check for all Mums from 6 weeks onwards
- Full postural screen.
- Pelvic floor muscle assessment.
- Abdominal muscle exam to check for any separation.
- Screening for bladder, bowel or sexual dysfunction.
- Report of Findings on posture, functional movement, abdominal results, pelvic floor and recommendation for exercises.
Follow Up
- Osteopathic treatment
- Advise on safe activities such as lifting your baby, pushing a buggy, and returning to sport.
- Education on functional rehab and strength.
- Bespoke rehabilitation programme with your goals and lifestyle factors in mind.