Prenatal / Postnatal Problems
Empower care for pregnancy-related problems.
Pre/Postnatal Problems
Childbearing and child-rearing can be wonderful times in a woman’s life. Yet they can also bring physical challenges as the body adapts to pregnancy, recovers from the postpartum period and adjusts to the stresses of child care. Low back pain, sciatica, muscle strain and headache pain are just some of the problems women face.
Few women realize that a qualified physical therapist can help reduce or eliminate the pain of these conditions. Most women do not know that pregnancy is a natural wellness state (nature makes you stronger to protect you and your baby). Whether you’re pregnant for the first time or expecting the latest addition to your family, you need the best possible care for you and your developing baby.
We can help women who are experiencing discomfort unnecessarily during pregnancy. At Empower Physical Therapy in Downingtown, Pennsylvania, we’re committed to helping your pregnancy go smoothly. Our highly skilled and credentialed physical therapists use a variety of therapies to help you with prenatal therapy / postnatal therapy, including:
Soft-tissue and joint mobilization – Decreases discomfort and improves flexibility.
Therapeutic exercise – Carefully supervised to decrease pain and add flexibility while strengthening core stabilization muscles in the back, abdomen and legs.
One-on-one training – Teaches individual home exercise programs and proper movement.
Postural assessment and body mechanics – Lead to better symptom management and improved tolerance for activity while decreasing the risk of injury.
Instruction on posture, sitting and standing – This may include multiple options for support that are specific to your body and your individual needs.
Instruction for lifting and carrying – Teaches proper techniques for avoiding strain or injury from common daily activities.
You can rely on us for solutions to your low back pain, headaches, sciatica (burning pain or numbness in the buttock, hip or leg), carpal tunnel syndrome and muscle cramps. You can also look to us for belts and taping to enhance your stability as your belly grows through pregnancy.
We provide exercise programs and a high level of patient education. We also have a clinical specialty in Women’s Health with an emphasis on ob/gyn patients.
Remember, pregnancy is a natural wellness state. So don’t let aches and pains get the best of you. Take control of your health. Call Empower Physical Therapy for more information about Pregnancy therapy or to schedule your appointment today. We welcome and honor your referrals.