22 Feb Belly, back and beyond: How physiotherapy Pilates can help you in your journey of pregnancy.
Pregnancy pilates...
Pregnancy
09 Feb Active Birth Classes
We are very excited to be offering these active birth classes at the clinic. The feedback we have had from our pregnant mummas re our classes has been very positive and uplifting. We are proud to be able to offer these intimate classes with a...
01 Oct Active Birth Classes
After 2 years of COVID interruptions, we are very excited to have restarted our active birth classes at the clinic. The feedback we have had from our pregnant mummas, is the lack of face-to-face birthing classes in the current climate. We are proud to be...
01 Aug Getting Back Into Exercise Activity After Having a Baby
Post-natal exercise has a number of benefits including relieving stress, optimising energy levels, increasing cardiovascular fitness, preventing postnatal depression and promoting weight loss.
30 Jun Vaginal Pessaries – what are they?
Vaginal prolapse is a common condition whereby the bladder, bowel or womb descend into the vagina. Symptoms commonly include: heaviness in the vaginal area a feeling of a lump in the vagina difficulty having sexual intercourse difficulty emptying your bladder or bowel constipation There are a...
01 Jun Post Natel Assessments
We are so pleased to be able to offer this very important service. The last 2 years have been difficult, to say the least, especially for those becoming mums for the first time. Often these women were unable to follow the birth plan they wanted...
03 Mar The role of physiotherapy pre-conception
Many changes occur within a mother’s body both during and after pregnancy, including changes to the muscles, ligaments and joints. To make the whole process easier it is important to seek assistance from a professional who can help women to manage and understand the changes...
03 Feb Watermums
Watermums is back! As we send the kids all back to school and return so some sort of routine, we have recommenced our watermums classes at Aquapulse. Watermums is a fantastic way for pregnant ladies to maintain or improve general fitness, reduce stress on the...
22 Aug COVID-19 Communication
COVID-19 CLINIC UPDATE In light of the recent changes to stage 4 restrictions **WE ARE STILL OPEN AND OPERATING AT NORMAL HOURS** Our staff continue to practice strict hygiene practice and socially distance. All our therapists and patients wear face masks. All surfaces are cleaned before and after...
10 Aug What is DRAM? Also known as Abdominal Separation
Diastasis of the Rectus Abominis Muscle (DRAM) is the separation of the rectus abdominus muscles along the linea alba. This is a result of thining of the lining between the six-pack muscles, usually a result of pregnancy. Why does it happen during pregnancy? The main reason is...