Pregnancy Pain
A Message From Nicole Boyle, PT, DPT, Owner and Founder of Wholehearted and Healthy Physical Therapy
A woman’s pregnancy is undeniably one of her life’s most remarkable and transformative experiences. However, self-care can become challenging during this period. It’s important to address pelvic floor abnormalities common during pregnancy and rectify them with minimal effort. You can prevent years of pain and potential incontinence by addressing these issues promptly.
During pregnancy, various pelvic floor issues are prevalent and can significantly impact a woman’s well-being. Consider the following statistics:
- Approximately 45% of pregnant women experience pelvic girdle pain, which can cause daily discomfort and may also result in pain during sexual activity.
- Stress urinary incontinence affects a significant percentage of pregnant women, ranging from 19% to 70%.
- Postpartum, about 35% of new mothers experience stress urinary incontinence, characterized by leakage during activities such as coughing, sneezing, lifting, or jumping.
- More than half of pregnant women develop diastasis recti abdominis, a condition where the abdominal muscles separate from their central tendon. This can lead to low back pain, stress urinary incontinence, and pelvic organ prolapse.
- Approximately 20% of first-time mothers sustain significant pelvic floor muscle injuries following a normal pregnancy and delivery.
- Around 25% of women who experience pregnancy-related pelvic girdle pain continue to experience pain after giving birth.
Addressing these pelvic floor concerns during and after pregnancy is crucial for preventing long-term complications and ensuring optimal health and quality of life.
These concerns are not exclusive to women who give birth vaginally. Even in cesarean section (C-section) cases, the hormonal changes during pregnancy can still affect the body’s ligaments, increasing the risk of pelvic rotations. Additionally, scar tissue from the C-section can impact the ability of the pelvic floor muscles to relax correctly or contract, leading to pain and incontinence issues.
Wholehearted and Healthy Physical Therapy offers a comprehensive approach to addressing these issues. Through a thorough examination of abdominal muscle function, overall posture, mobility of scar tissue, and pelvic floor muscle function, the underlying cause of the problem can be identified. Based on this assessment, a personalized treatment plan can be developed to target and resolve your specific concerns, enabling you to regain control and resume the lifestyle you desire.
Don’t wait any longer; Wholehearted and Healthy Physical Therapy is here to help you reclaim your body and overcome these challenges.
- Are you tired of dealing with urinary incontinence, constantly leaking pee while jogging, leaping, or simply going about your daily activities?
- Are you experiencing persistent postpartum back, hip, or pelvic pain affecting your quality of life?
- Do you feel self-conscious, frustrated, or disappointed with the changes in your body after giving birth, fearing that you'll never regain control?
- Is sex painful or inconvenient for you, causing additional distress?
- Perhaps you've tried other physical therapy approaches that haven't delivered the desired results, leaving you unsure what else to try.
If You Answered "YES" To Any Of These Questions, You Have Come To The Right Place!
At Wholehearted and Healthy Physical Therapy, we understand the frustrations and misconceptions surrounding postpartum pain and pelvic issues. It’s time to uncover the truth and discover effective solutions.
Many postpartum women endure unnecessary pain because they are told misleading information.
- Perhaps your doctor recommended resting for six weeks before resuming normal activities, but you still experience problems even after days, weeks, months, or years.
- Maybe you've been advised to watch workout videos on YouTube to get back in shape, only to find yourself miserable and demoralized, experiencing pain and leaks.
- You may have been told that pain or abdominal separation after childbirth is "natural" or that everyone experiences bladder control issues as they age.
- Taking pain relievers might have been suggested as a quick fix, but in reality, they can be addictive, dangerous, and lead to other health problems.
- And you may have been led to believe that medicine, surgery, or simply "dealing with it" are your only options.
Here's the truth:
- Resting alone won’t make a lasting difference.
- Temporary relief might be experienced, but pelvic discomfort, leaking, and other postpartum symptoms may persist when you resume your regular activities.
- It’s crucial to understand that prolonged pain or urine leaks after pregnancy or as you age are NOT NORMAL, despite their common occurrence.
- Relying on pain relievers is not a sustainable solution and carries risks.
- Medicine, surgery, and injections may be the only options your doctor has presented, but they are not the only treatment options available.
If You're Tired Of Experiencing Painful Sex, Dealing With A Mommy's Tummy, Or Suffering From Chronic Low Back Pain, Wholehearted and Healthy Physical Therapy Is Here To Help You Reclaim Your Life And Do What You Love, Even If It's Been 20 Years! And The Best Part? We Offer Natural Solutions Without Relying On Pills, Pads, Or Surgery.
Choosing the right healthcare provider is crucial for addressing your specific needs. Making the wrong choice can lead to unnecessary surgeries, dependence on drugs or painkillers, or a lifetime of worsening symptoms. That’s why it’s essential to find a provider who understands how the body works and can offer the least invasive, most natural methods for treating issues like recurrence, leakage, abdominal separation, pelvic floor dysfunction, and postpartum discomfort in the hips, back, and pelvis.
Recovering fully requires a comprehensive approach that goes beyond simple exercises like Kegels. Pregnancy and postpartum bring significant changes to our bodies, and to achieve complete recovery, we must address the neck, back, diaphragm, core, pelvic floor, pelvis, posture, strength, and body usage.
Treating only the symptoms is not enough. To ensure a permanent solution to your postpartum problems, you must work with a professional willing to dig deeper and explore the underlying causes of your symptoms and dysfunction. By addressing these root causes, you can completely recover and bid farewell to postpartum issues.
Wholehearted and Healthy Physical Therapy is committed to providing personalized care that considers your unique circumstances and goals. We delve into the underlying causes of your discomfort, empowering you to achieve long-lasting results and regain control of your body. Say goodbye to pain, leakage, and limitations and hello to a vibrant, fulfilling postpartum life.
We've Developed A Three-Step Procedure At Wholehearted and Healthy Physical Therapy Designed To Eliminate Your Postpartum Problems And Ensure You Never Have To Deal With Them Again. Here's A Breakdown Of Our Approach:
STEP 1 - WE WANT TO HEAR YOUR STORY
We recognize the frustrations of our current healthcare system, where appointments with doctors often feel rushed and impersonal. The same can be said for many physical therapy clinics, where therapists are too busy to give you the individualized attention you deserve. At Wholehearted and Healthy Physical Therapy, we operate differently.
We genuinely want to hear your story.
Having worked successfully with numerous postpartum women, we understand that everyone is unique. Your body, history, and pain and symptom patterns are specific to you. That’s why we prioritize having an open conversation, where you can freely share your experiences. By doing so, we better understand what’s going on in your body and how it’s impacting your daily life.
This initial step allows us to establish a strong foundation for your treatment journey. We want to ensure that we address not only the physical aspects of your condition but also the personal and emotional implications. We can tailor our approach to meet your specific needs and goals by listening to your story.
At Wholehearted and Healthy Physical Therapy, your voice matters, and we are committed to providing you with the attentive care you deserve. So, let’s start by hearing your story and working together toward a solution that will bring lasting relief and empowerment.
STEP 2 - DETERMINE THE ROOT CAUSE OF YOUR SYMPTOMS
Many individuals have received medical terms or diagnoses to explain what’s happening in their bodies. Whether it came from a doctor’s prescription, test results, or online research, you may have been labeled with conditions such as Prolapse, Diastasis Recti, Pelvic Floor Dysfunction, Incontinence, Sacroiliac (SI) Joint Pain, or Hip/Back/Pelvic Pain.
You were advised to relax, take medication, or wait it out, hoping for temporary relief. However, these measures fail to address the underlying cause of your problem.
Each person’s pain or symptoms have unique origins. No two individuals experience the same issue due to the same factors.
At Wholehearted and Healthy Physical Therapy, we aim to identify and treat the underlying cause of your discomfort, ensuring that it not only goes away but remains resolved in the long term.
You may still have doubts or skepticism about Integrative Physical Therapy. To address this, we have introduced a low-cost Discovery/Screening Visit.
Our Discovery Visits are specifically designed for those who are skeptical, uncertain, or have been let down in the past. During this visit, you will gain insights into what is truly causing your symptoms and how long it will take to address them. This experience will help build confidence in your condition’s natural resolution.
We want to provide you with the knowledge and reassurance that effective solutions are available. By understanding the root cause of your discomfort, we can develop a personalized treatment plan that targets the underlying issues and leads to lasting improvement.
Take advantage of our Discovery Visit and embark on a path towards natural healing and restored well-being.
STEP 3 - GET RID OF THE PROBLEM AND KEEP IT FROM REAPPEARING
This is when significant changes occur. We offer a personalized plan that allows you to…
…resume physical activity (even running or jumping!) without fear of resuming pain, stiffness, or bladder control issues.
…be able to interact with your children, lift and carry them easily.
…resume intimate relationships with your partner without fear of pain.
…return to your favorite form of exercise (yoga, running, tennis, etc.).
As your body heals from the Diastasis Recti/Abdominal Separation and regains full core strength, you will regain your power, confidence, and sexiness.
Our ideal clients are motivated individuals who want to reclaim their active lifestyle. (Even if they are currently imprisoned!)
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- 113 E 2nd st Holstein, IA 51025
- Located in same building as Francis & Co
- (712) 221-9576
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- 402 Main Street Dakota City, IA 50529
- Located in the same building as Power of Touch Massage - across from Headstart School
- (515) 782 - 5124
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