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 will treat using soft tissue massage, joint movement and mobilisation, dry needling and manipulations where necessary, as well as specific gentler pregnancy related techniques. At our clinics we offer the use of Belly Pillows, which is great for lying face down in comfort beyond the first trimester of pregnancy. Many of our clients find this a real luxury, particularly in the final trimester.

As well as this, our Osteopaths are trained in providing pre and post pregnancy exercises, including pelvic floor exercises, to complement the treatment.

The Pregnancy Related Symptoms We May Be Able To Assist With Are:

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

Is It Ok To Have Osteopathic Treatment During Pregnancy?

Absolutely! The osteopathic techniques used to treat a symptoms associated with pregnancy are carefully selected to ensure that the mother-to-be is comfortable at all times.

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

Many new mothers receive osteopathic treatment following the birth of their newborn in order to correct the musculoskeletal imbalances that may be present. Lets face it, the body goes through some amazing changes.

Please ask your osteopath when it would be appropriate to commence your osteopathic treatment following the delivery of your newborn.

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!