Specialist antenatal physiotherapy in Manchester helping manage pregnancy back pain, pelvic girdle pain and pelvic floor symptoms while preparing your body for labour.
Pregnancy brings many physical changes that can sometimes cause discomfort. Women may experience back pain, pelvic girdle pain, pelvic floor weakness or postural changes as the body adapts during pregnancy. These symptoms are common and physiotherapy can help manage them safely.
Antenatal physiotherapy focuses on supporting your body during pregnancy. Treatment may include exercises, manual therapy, pelvic floor training and advice to help reduce pain, improve mobility and prepare for labour.
Suitable from 6 weeks after a vaginal or caesarean birth — and also months or years later if symptoms persist. After delivery you may also benefit from a postnatal physiotherapy check to support your recovery.
During pregnancy the body goes through significant physical changes. Hormonal changes, increased weight and postural adaptations can place additional stress on the spine, pelvis and pelvic floor muscles.
Without appropriate guidance during pregnancy, some women may:
Early assessment can reduce the risk of long-term pelvic floor dysfunction and help you feel confident in your body again.
During pregnancy we assess pelvic floor strength, coordination and relaxation. Pelvic floor muscles support the bladder, bowel and uterus and play an important role during pregnancy and birth.
An internal assessment may be offered (always optional and explained fully beforehand) as it provides the most accurate diagnosis and rehab plan.
Abdominal muscle separation (diastasis recti) can develop during pregnancy as the abdomen expands. Physiotherapy helps support abdominal muscles and maintain core stability safely throughout pregnancy.
We support common bladder symptoms during pregnancy, including:
Pelvic health physiotherapy can help manage bowel symptoms during pregnancy such as:
We check for signs of pelvic organ prolapse and provide early management. Symptoms may include:
Pregnancy can alter posture and breathing patterns, affecting pelvic floor and abdominal function. We assess:
Staying active during pregnancy is important for physical and mental wellbeing. Physiotherapy can help you continue exercising safely while managing pain, pelvic floor symptoms or pelvic girdle discomfort.
We provide guidance on safe pregnancy exercise such as:
Exercise during pregnancy should be adapted to your body and stage of pregnancy. A tailored plan helps you stay active while protecting your pelvic floor and joints.
You may benefit from antenatal physiotherapy if you experience:
Even if you have no symptoms, physiotherapy can help you stay comfortable during pregnancy and prepare your body for labour and recovery after birth.
After your antenatal physiotherapy appointment you may receive:
Physiotherapy during pregnancy can help prepare your body for labour and birth. Antenatal physiotherapy focuses on improving pelvic mobility, breathing techniques and pelvic floor awareness to support a more confident birth experience.
Birth preparation sessions are often recommended in the third trimester but guidance can be provided earlier in pregnancy if needed.
Pregnancy massage can help relieve muscle tension and discomfort as your body changes during pregnancy. Gentle treatment techniques help reduce back pain, improve circulation and promote relaxation.
Pregnancy massage is adapted for each stage of pregnancy and performed in comfortable supported positions.
Pregnancy massage can help relieve muscle tension and discomfort as your body changes during pregnancy. Gentle treatment techniques support relaxation, improve circulation and reduce back or pelvic pain.
Pregnancy massage is adapted for each stage of pregnancy and carried out in comfortable supported positions.
No. It is optional and only offered with your consent. You can decline at any time.
No. Any examination is gentle and explained throughout in a private clinical setting.
Typically around 60 minutes.
You can attend physiotherapy at any stage of pregnancy if you experience back pain, pelvic pain, pelvic floor symptoms or would like guidance on safe exercise and birth preparation.
Antenatal physiotherapy is available in Manchester. Treatment can help manage pregnancy back pain, pelvic girdle pain, pelvic floor symptoms and provide guidance for safe exercise during pregnancy and birth preparation.