Prenatal Osteopathy
One on one manual therapy sessions useful in assisting with a range of prenatal conditions and preparing the body for birth and motherhood
Some of the things osteopaths treat in postnatal appointments include…
Back and pelvis pain
Pelvic instability
Leg cramps
Hip pain
Reflux and heartburn and breathing difficulties
Restless legs and fluid retention
General aches and pains
Postural alignment
Physical preparation for birth
Pelvic floor weakness and assessments
Wrist pain
Headaches and neck pain
Rib pain and discomfort
Maternal and fetal positioning checks including breech and posterior babies
Internal birth preparation (only on request)
Postnatal Osteopathy
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One on one manual therapy to help you recover from birth and get the most out of your motherhood journey. Babies and children are welcome in appointments. Some of the things osteopaths treat in postnatal appointments include
Re settling of the nervous system
Postural realignment
Birth strains
Changes in the body due to feeding and holding baby
Wrist pain
Back pain / pelvic pain
Assessment of stomach muscle separation
Re building and rehabbing of the core
Returning to work and or exercise
Mastitis
Pelvic floor assessments and manual releases
Plan for rehab of the pelvic floor
Prolapse assessment
Urinary incontinence
Scar tissue work