Pregnancy Physical Therapy
Diastasis Recti
Diastasis recti is a separation of the abdominal muscles that commonly develops during pregnancy as the abdomen expands to make room for a growing baby. The separation occurs along the Linea alba, the connective tissue running down the center of the abdomen between the two sides of the rectus abdominis muscles. After pregnancy, this tissue… Read More
Pregnancy and Birth Preparation
Pregnancy and birth preparation physical therapy can help you better understand your changing body, prepare your muscles for labor and delivery, and feel more confident as you approach birth. Pregnancy places new demands on the pelvic floor, abdominal muscles, hips, back, and surrounding tissues. As your body changes, you may also have questions about breathing,… Read More
Pregnancy Pain
Pregnancy brings major changes to the body. As the baby grows, your center of gravity shifts, your posture changes, and your muscles and joints take on different demands. As a result, aches and pains can develop in the back, pelvis, hips, ribs, knees, feet, and other areas. While some discomfort is a normal part of… Read More
Pelvic Health Physical Therapy
Pelvic health concerns can affect people of all genders and may interfere with comfort, confidence, exercise, intimacy, bladder and bowel habits, pregnancy, postpartum recovery, and everyday movement. Although pelvic floor conditions are common, many people delay seeking care because they feel embarrassed, assume their symptoms are normal, or do not realize that pelvic health physical… Read More