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Above: Upper back mobilisations and soft tissue massage to relieve pain and stiffnessWhat are the benefits of pre natal exercise?
There are countless benefits of pre natal exercise that can be achieved with a personalised physiotherapy programme designed by Physio.co.uk. These include:
- Tighter stomach muscles
- Less risk of back pain
- Reduced chance of incontinence problems
- Increased strength of pelvic floor muscles
- Maintenance of a healthy body weight
- Faster return to normal activities of daily living/ sport
What types of pre natal exercises will be involved?
The types of exercise that you will be taught at Physio.co.uk will depend on what your physiotherapist finds during the initial comprehensive assessment. Different pre natal exercises may include:
- Pelvic floor strengthening exercises
- Transverse abdominis strengthening exercises
- Gentle cardiovascular activity such as cycling
- Hydrotherapy
- Pilates
- Positions of ease for labour
- Postural advice
- Relaxation techniques
- Back mobility exercises
- Preparatory advice for childbirth
Summary
A pre natal exercise programme is very effective to maintain fitness and activity levels throughout labour. It will also greatly minimise the potential for any complications after childbirth such as low back pain, pelvic pain and reduced mobility. The specialist women’s health physiotherapists at Physio.co.uk are experienced in providing tailored physiotherapy programmes to facilitate the active preparation of childbirth. You will experience many changes during childbirth and physiotherapy is an extremely successful way to make the experience as comfortable as possible. Please call Physio.co.uk on 0330 088 7800 to book an appointment today, or alternatively book online
