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Back & Pelvic Girdle Pain in Pregnancy & Postpartum
Learn stretching and strengthening exercises, lifestyle changes, mindful breathing and stress reduction techniques to help treat back and pelvic girdle pain, as well as other common types of pain experienced during pregnancy and postpartum.
Pregnancy and Postpartum Exercises with the Pelvic Rocker™
For many women, pregnancy and postpartum can make exercise selection challenging. Here are three safe core exercise options with the unique Pelvic Rocker Core Trainer.
Back and Pelvic Girdle Pain in Pregnancy and Postpartum with Deborah Riczo
Here, Dr. Deb Riczo answers some of the most common questions about back pain and pelvic girdle pain in pregnancy and postpartum.
Meet your pelvic floor
Your pelvic floor muscles are vital for healthy posture, sexual functioning, supporting pregnancy, and maintaining bladder control. In this video, Physical Therapist Sarah Haag, PT, DPT, introduces the anatomy of the pelvic floor for a better understanding of how to do pelvic floor contractions (Kegels) to help support posture and treat urinary incontinence.
Postural Support for Pregnant Women
Undoubtedly, pregnancy will cause a new distribution of weight across the body. For many women, this can result in postural pains and strains.
Prenatal Exercises (Pilates Style) on the Pelvic Rocker™
Here are some top prenatal pilates exercises for women looking to keep the core strong and stable during pregnancy.
Prenatal Core Exercises with the OPTP Performance Block™
Keeping the core strong throughout pregnancy can help minimize back pain, improve and maintain posture, and even make labor and delivery a bit less intense (no promises on this last one, though!).
Postpartum Exercises for Core Strength on the Pelvic Rocker from OPTP
Lots of mommas out there look to regain core strength following a pregnancy. With little time and many limitations regarding exercise, this can be very challenging. Luckily, we have the perfect tool for a safe, efficient and incredibly effective core workout!
