Useful information about the Physiotherapy services available in Portiuncula

Exercise is really important in pregnancy. This section has information about what exercise is best to do.

Information & advice about your pelvic floor and how to do your pelvic floor exercise correctly.

This advice is on what to expect if you experience it and how to manage the pain.

This booklet contains useful information & advice about care of yourself and baby in the initial post-natal period.

Advice and information on PGP and how to improve and manage the pain and symptoms. 

Information and guidance to try and encourage your baby to go into the ideal position for birth before labour begins. 

Low back pain can affect up to 80% of people.  The information provided here gives tips and exercises on preventing and managing back pain

Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a common condition in the 3rd trimester generally as a result of increased swelling and fluid retention. 

Round ligament pain can occur in the 2nd trimester and sometimes the 3rd.  It can also occur along with Pelvic Girdle pain (PGP). 

Hip pain can sometimes become a problem as pregnancy progresses.

Physiotherapy information for the first 3 months post partum