Physiotherapy
Orthopaedics, Pelvic Health, and Pilates
Physiotherapy prevents, corrects, and alleviates movement dysfunction
of anatomic or physiological origin through the use of therapeutic modalities.
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At Remedia, our therapeutic modalities of choice are exercise movement techniques, manual therapy, pelvic floor training, pain science, and dietitian collaboration.
Our physiotherapists promote, maintain, and restore the
physical and physiological well-being of our patients.
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Prenatal
Physiotherapy
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Prenatal Assessment – week 12-21
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- Prenatal physical activity guidelines
- Pelvic floor and core education
- Pelvic floor muscle training
- Diastasis rectii abdominis (DRA) care
- Pain management and prevention
Prenatal Care – week 22-35
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- Review pelvic floor exercises
- Internal pelvic exam (assess pelvic floor muscle tension and strength)
- Personalized home exercise program
- Manual therapy (hands on treatment) for abdominal wall, ribcage, and pelvis
Birth Preparation – week 35-40
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- Positions for labour and delivery
- Pushing techniques
- Perineal massage
- C-section considerations
- Early post-partum health preparation
Prenatal/Post-Partum
Physiotherapy
Appointment Guide
The following prenatal physiotherapy recommendations are evidence-informed for optimal care. You have no obligation to book the full series of recommended appointments. You can choose to book more or less frequently, depending on your goals and symptoms.
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Please book all prenatal post-partum appointments as Pelvic Health Physiotherapy.
Post-Partum Rehabilitation
Post-Partum Follow Up – 6-8 weeks
- Reassess movement, abdominal wall and pelvic floor
- Movement strategies for motherhood
- Address/treat any musculoskeletal symptoms
- Begin gentle post-partum exercise
Ongoing Support 12 weeks - ongoing
- Pelvic floor health
- Clearance for impact exercise
- Return to activity/sport
- Scar mobilization (vaginal or c-section)
- Postural Strengthening
