Women’s Health
Pregnancy comes with a unique range of aches and pains in your muscles, joints, and nerves. At Back in Motion® Physical Therapy you will find the help and support you need to get you through your pregnancy comfortably and transition to an individualized post-natal exercise program. Our physical therapists are knowledgeable in a variety of exercise-related concerns during pregnancy and will keep you and your baby happy and safe.
A sample of the problems we work on
- Low back and hip pain
- Pelvic and groin pain
- Sciatica
- Pubic symphysis pain
- Postural changes
- Foot pain
- Lower extremity swelling
- Stress incontinence
- Urge incontinence / Urinary frequency
We can also provide you with
- Pre-natal and post-natal pain relief
- Post-natal exercise plan
- Osteoporosis education and treatment
- Pelvic floor strengthening / Core strengthening
We have center and branch locations in Gorham, South Portland, Portland, Newport, Brewer, Waterville and Auburn, Maine to better serve your needs.
Therapy treatment options for Women’s Health
3 physical therapist-approved ways you can tackle constant charley horses at home
Sharp, tight pain. Interrupted sleep. Lingering soreness. Charley horses, or sudden cramps, can happen in any muscle in the body, most often in the calf or thigh. Many factors can trigger them, including restricted blood flow. While charley horses are common, some...
3 parts of your upper extremities that are injury prone
If you’re an athlete or you simply enjoy being active, risk of injury is a part of your daily life. One simple fall on your side, however, can dramatically change your active routine. To better protect yourself, it is important to know which parts of your upper...
3 benefits PT can offer for women feeling pelvic pain after giving birth
It's no secret that childbirth takes a toll on your body, especially in the pelvic area. Studies show that 23% to 65% of women experience pelvic pain after birth. And while most women know that the pain doesn't completely go away after they give birth, many don't know...
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