After pregnancy, it's essential to focus on exercises that promote recovery, strengthen the core and pelvic floor muscles, improve posture, and regain overall strength and flexibility. Here are some physiotherapy exercises suitable for post-pregnancy: 1. Pelvic Floor Exercises (Kegels): Strengthening the pelvic floor muscles is crucial for postpartum recovery. Perform Kegel exercises regularly by contracting the pelvic floor muscles as if you're trying to stop the flow of urine. Hold for a 10 seconds, then relax. Gradually increase the duration and intensity of the contractions. 2. Transverse Abdominis Activation: Activate the deep abdominal muscles, including the transverse abdominis, to support the core and improve posture. Lie on your back with knees bent and feet flat on the floor. Inhale deeply, then exhale while gently drawing the navel toward the spine. Hold fo...
Dr. Kinjal Shah (PT - Ahmedabad) is certified obstetric practitioner and have 7+ years of experience in Physiotherapy.
Following are the types of cases I treat :
Osteoarthritis of Knee,
Tennis Elbow, Neck Pain, Slip Disc, Spondylitis, Total knee replacement, Total hip replacement, Frozen shoulder, Plantar Fascitis, Pre-Post Pregnancy, Paralysis.