Pregnancy






Prenatal Care

During pregnancy, changes in your posture, centre of gravity, fluid dynamics, hormones, muscle tension and ligament stability can aggravate underlying issues or cause new symptoms.

 

Conditions commonly seen by osteopaths through pregnancy include:

  • Back pain

  • Sciatica

  • Rib pain

  • Neck pain

  • Headaches

  • Pelvic girdle pain (PGP)- sacroiliac joints, pubic symphysis

  • Carpal tunnel syndrome

Postnatal

 
 

Postnatal osteopathic care

 

Pain and discomfort can be aggravated by postural strain related to feeding, holding, and settling your baby. Sleep deprivation, biomechanical, and hormonal changes can also contribute to your pain.

Conditions that may present during the post-natal period

  • Low back pain

  • Pelvic, sacral and coccyx pain

  • Neck pain and headaches

  • Thoracic spine pain

  • Repetitive strain injury

  • Thoracic outlet syndrome

  • DeQuervains syndrome

  • Pelvic instability

Osteopathic treatment is integral to support the wellbeing of women during pregnancy and the post-natal period. Treatment aims to restore pelvic and spinal alignment, improve mobility, and to release tension in the muscles, joints, and ligaments. Gentle techniques allow a shift in the nervous system to a more restful state.