Pregnancy Pain: How Can Physiotherapy Help?
Pregnancy brings many exciting changes, but it can also come with unexpected aches, pains and challenges with everyday movement.
From lower back discomfort to pelvic girdle pain, many women experience musculoskeletal symptoms during pregnancy. While these symptoms are common, you don't have to simply put up with pain until your baby arrives.
At My Community Allied Health, we offer mobile pregnancy physiotherapy across Adelaide, helping expectant mothers manage discomfort, maintain mobility and feel confident throughout pregnancy.
Why Does Pain Occur During Pregnancy?
During pregnancy, your body undergoes significant physical and hormonal changes. Changes in load distribution, muscle function and movement demands can contribute to discomfort.
Common pregnancy-related concerns include:
Pelvic girdle pain (PGP): Pain around the pelvis, sacroiliac joints or pubic symphysis, particularly when walking, climbing stairs or rolling in bed.
Lower back pain: Discomfort associated with changing physical demands and movement patterns.
Hip and gluteal pain: Pain around the hips and buttocks that may affect walking, sleeping and daily activities.
Reduced mobility: Difficulty completing everyday activities due to pain, fatigue or physical changes.
Although these symptoms are common, physiotherapy can help you understand and manage them.
How Can Physiotherapy Help During Pregnancy?
Pregnancy physiotherapy focuses on supporting your comfort, strength and mobility as your body changes.
Depending on your individual needs, treatment may include:
Individualised exercise: Strengthening and mobility exercises tailored to your stage of pregnancy.
Pain management: Strategies to manage pelvic girdle pain, back pain and other musculoskeletal discomfort.
Movement modifications: Practical advice for walking, sleeping, lifting and everyday activities.
Manual therapy: Hands-on treatment where appropriate to assist with symptom relief.
Exercise guidance: Support to remain safely active throughout pregnancy.
Postnatal preparation: Education and exercise to support your transition into postpartum recovery.
Our goal is to help you feel confident moving your body throughout pregnancy.
Is Exercise Safe During Pregnancy?
For most women with uncomplicated pregnancies, regular physical activity is safe and beneficial.
Exercise can support strength, cardiovascular health, mood and general wellbeing. However, activities may need to be modified depending on your symptoms, stage of pregnancy and medical history.
A physiotherapist can help you develop an appropriate exercise program that supports your individual needs. Medical clearance may be required for certain pregnancy complications.
Mobile Pregnancy Physiotherapy Across Adelaide
At My Community Allied Health, we bring pregnancy physiotherapy directly to your home, making it easier to access care without travelling to a clinic.
Our mobile physiotherapists service metropolitan Adelaide, including:
Marion and Southern Adelaide
Marion, Oaklands Park, Warradale, Mitchell Park, Clovelly Park, Brighton, Seacliff, Hallett Cove and surrounding suburbs.
Eastern Suburbs Adelaide
Burnside, Glenunga, Glen Osmond, Norwood, Unley, Parkside, Fullarton, Dulwich, Kensington and surrounding suburbs.
Western Suburbs Adelaide
West Lakes, Henley Beach, Grange, Findon, Fulham, Flinders Park, Woodville, Mile End and surrounding suburbs.
Home visits allow us to provide personalised assessment, exercise guidance and practical strategies relevant to your everyday environment.
Appointments are subject to clinician availability and service area coverage.
When Should You See a Pregnancy Physiotherapist?
You may benefit from physiotherapy if pregnancy-related pain is affecting your sleep, walking, exercise or daily activities.
You don't need to wait until symptoms become severe to seek support. Early assessment can help you understand your symptoms and develop strategies to remain active and comfortable.
Severe or unusual symptoms, including vaginal bleeding or significant abdominal pain, require prompt medical assessment.
Book Pregnancy Physiotherapy in Adelaide
Supporting you through pregnancy, in the comfort of your own home.
Whether you're experiencing pelvic girdle pain, lower back discomfort or would like guidance on staying active during pregnancy, our team is here to help.
Contact My Community Allied Health today to enquire about mobile pregnancy physiotherapy across Adelaide, including Marion, the eastern suburbs and western suburbs.