Womens Health Week: Abdominal Separation What is "Abdominal Separation" ? A Diastasis Rectus Abdominus Muscle is often abbreviated to "DRA" or "DRAM". It is a common presentation where the connective tissue between to the abdominal muscles is widened during pregnancy. This occurs to allow the belly to stretch and accomodate for the growing baby and uterus. [...]
Womens Health Week: Menopause What is it? The term ‘menopause’ refers to the last time a woman gets her period. You are considered postmenopausal when for 12 consecutive months you have had no period. Perimenopause is the time leading up to menopause. This period usually occurs between 45-55 years of age, with the average [...]
The Benefits of Combining Pilates with Physiotherapy Looking for a workout that can enhance your physiotherapy progress and improve your general fitness? Adding reformer Pilates to your physio recovery regime could be the perfect solution for you! It's low-impact, tailored to each individual, and can support recovery for long-term results. Beyond its rehabilitative benefits, [...]
Postpartum Physiotherapy A 2019 expert consensus statement on the postpartum period recommended the following: “... It is an important time to promote optimal recovery. Movement is important through this period and should not be feared; however the emphasis is on gentle restorative exercises that are tailored to each woman’s needs.’ What is the [...]
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