Obstetrics & Gynaecology Physiotherapy
Obstetrics & Gynaecology Physiotherapy is a specialised area of physiotherapy focused on supporting women through pregnancy, childbirth, postpartum recovery, and various pelvic health and women’s health concerns. Treatment is personalised according to the individual’s symptoms, stage of pregnancy or recovery, physical condition, and healthcare needs.
Physiotherapy can help women maintain strength and mobility during pregnancy, prepare for childbirth, recover after delivery, and manage pelvic floor and musculoskeletal concerns.
Conditions & Concerns We Can Support
- Pregnancy-related back and pelvic pain
- Pelvic girdle pain
- Postural changes during pregnancy
- Muscle weakness and reduced mobility
- Pelvic floor muscle dysfunction
- Urinary leakage and bladder-control difficulties
- Postpartum abdominal and core weakness
- Diastasis recti (abdominal muscle separation)
- Recovery following childbirth
- Scar and mobility management after appropriate medical clearance
- Pelvic pain
- General women’s musculoskeletal health
Physiotherapy During Pregnancy
Pregnancy can bring significant physical changes as the body adapts to support the growing baby. These changes may affect posture, balance, muscle strength, and the way you move.
A physiotherapist can provide appropriate guidance on:
- Pregnancy-safe exercises
- Posture and movement
- Strength and mobility
- Pelvic floor exercises
- Managing back and pelvic discomfort
- Daily activity and positioning
- Preparing the body for childbirth
The exercise program should be adapted to the individual’s pregnancy and medical circumstances.
Postnatal Physiotherapy
After childbirth, the body needs time and appropriate rehabilitation to recover. Postnatal physiotherapy can focus on gradually rebuilding strength, mobility, core function, and pelvic floor control.
Depending on individual needs, rehabilitation may include:
- Gentle mobility exercises
- Pelvic floor rehabilitation
- Core and abdominal strengthening
- Posture correction
- Functional movement training
- Gradual return to exercise
- Guidance for everyday activities
Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy
The pelvic floor muscles play an important role in bladder and bowel control, pelvic organ support, and sexual function. Changes related to pregnancy, childbirth, ageing, or other conditions can affect pelvic floor function.
Pelvic floor physiotherapy may involve assessment and personalised exercises designed to improve muscle awareness, strength, relaxation, and coordination where appropriate.
Personalised Care for Women’s Health
Every woman’s pregnancy, childbirth experience, and recovery are different. Our physiotherapy approach focuses on understanding your symptoms and goals before developing an appropriate rehabilitation program.