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Postnatal Physiotherapy 

Every person has a unique experience through pregnancy, labor, and birth. After growing your baby from conception to giving birth, vaginally or via c-section, your body has gone through an incredible journey. So many lovely moms put up with problems like urinary incontinence, prolapse, bowel problems or back issues because they think it’s just part of having a baby or because they end up not prioritizing their own health.

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We believe that every woman should have a pelvic health check after having a baby. In some countries, this is already part of standard care. At Kelowna Pelvic Health, we provide a comprehensive postnatal assessment to address all your postnatal needs and concerns.

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Getting back into exercise after having your baby can be tempting. However, rushing back to your usual activities can lead to problems if you go too early or without the support your body needs. Our expert physiotherapist can help you return to exercise in a safe and progressive manner, setting you up for long-term health.

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Kelowna Pelvic Health can help you with

  • Returning to exercise safely after having a baby

  • Urinary incontinence or urgency

  • Bowel issues such as incontinence, urgency, or constipation

  • Pain with intercourse

  • Pelvic organ prolapse. This can present as a bulging or dragging feeling in the pelvis

  • Back, hip, or pelvic pain

  • Diastasis recti or tummy muscle separation

  • Rehabilitation post perineal tear

  • Scar management, including c-section, perineal or vaginal scars.

  • Recovery from 3rd and 4th degree tears (OASIS)

  • Coccyx pain

 

What to expect at a postnatal assessment

During your first appointment, extra time is allocated for a thorough history. We need to know about your past and current health to help provide the best quality care.

 

We may ask you questions about:

  • Your pregnancy and birth

  • Any pain you are currently experiencing

  • Bladder and bowel function

  • Medical, gynaecological, and surgical history

  • Birthing history

  • Sexual function

  • Dietary habits

  • Exercise

  • Goals

 

A thorough physical examination is then performed, which may include assessment of:

  • Posture

  • Breathing mechanics

  • Musculoskeletal assessment

  • Biomechanical assessment

  • If appropriate, an assessment may include an internal vaginal or rectal examination. These examinations allow us to make an accurate diagnosis, leading to effective treatment. If an internal examination is required, your pelvic health physiotherapist will talk you through the process and only proceed if you feel comfortable.

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