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Excel Physical Therapy Pelvic Health
We al l know that exercise has many health benefits, but many women are unsure of how to approach exercise when they become pregnant. According to The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), “Women with uncomplicated pregnancies should be encouraged to engage in aerobic and strength-conditioning exercises before, during, and after pregnancy.” In the absence of any medical or obstetric complication or contraindication, physical activity during pregnancy is safe and encouraged. Benefits of exercise during pregnancy include
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lower incidences of gestational diabetes mellitus and gestational hypertension (preeclampsia), as well as reduction of depressive disorders in the post-partum period. There are also benefits for the fetus that include lower incidence of preterm birth, lower incidence of cesarean birth and lower incidence of lower birth weight babies. The U.S Department of Health and Human Services Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans recommends at least 150 minutes of moderate intensity aerobic activity per week during pregnancy and the post-partum period. Examples of exercises that have been extensively studied to be safe and beneficial for your patients during pregnancy are walking, stationary cycling, aerobic exercises, dancing, resistance exercises, stretching exercises, and water aerobics. A pelvic health physical therapist can assist in establishing safe exercise parameters throughout the stages of pregnancy and post-partum for your patients. Many pregnant women can develop orthopedic conditions during pregnancy secondary to weight gain, reduced balance and ligamentous laxity. More than 60% of pregnant women experience low back pain during their pregnancy. An evaluation with a pelvic health physical therapist can assist in treatment of mid and low back pain, as well as pelvic pains associated with pregnancy. At Excel, we are able to spend 1 hour sessions one-on-one with our patients which allows us to focus on each patient’s individual needs and ensure safe completion of exercise. Pelvic health physical therapists
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