MSO Physio is pleased to offer ante and post-natal physiotherapy and Pilates at our Sutton based South London clinic. Our specialist ante and post-natal physiotherapist has undergone further training and education in this highly specialised area of physiotherapy and has extensive knowledge and experience of ante and post-natal conditions and injuries.

Ante and post-natal physiotherapy and Pilates covers problems such as pubic symphysitis, pelvic girdle pain and rectus abdominus diastasis to name but a few. Following in-depth assessment by our South London based expert physiotherapist you will be provided with a clinical diagnosis and a treatment plan designed around you.

Clinical Pilates is commonly used alongside traditional physiotherapy rehabilitation techniques in this patient group and the South London branch of MSO physio offers 1-2-1 and small group ante and post-natal Pilates sessions in our dedicated studio. If required our expert ante and post-natal physiotherapist will liaise with your GP or consultant to ensure the best treatment options for you.

Pilates during and after pregnancy can greatly help to limit or manage symptoms felt during the latter stages of pregnancy and during the post-natal phase. Ante and post-natal Pilates uses traditional Pilates exercises adapted for the different ante and post-natal stages.

Pre-natally and especially in the third trimester time spent lying on your back is reduced to a minimum and both pre and post-natal Pilates places great emphasis on engaging your abdominals and gluteals to provide as much pelvic control and stability as possible.

Ante and post-natal Pilates can include matwork exercises for core stability and general mobility and flexibility plus the use of small equipment and large equipment such as the Reformer for more advanced work.

Each specific ante and post-natal Pilates exercise is adapted and individualised where required to suit the needs of the person.

At MSO Physio we have physiotherapists who specialise in ante and post-natal Pilates and the management of pain and problems associated with pregnancy. Clients will always be seen on an individual basis first to understand their particular needs and then both 1-2-1 and small group classes are possible under the watchful eye of a specialist physiotherapist in our dedicated studio.

Pregnancy related musculoskeletal conditions are largely due to the stresses and strains of carrying a developing baby and in the latter staged of pregnancy can be due to the release of the hormone Relaxin into the body to soften the ligaments of the pelvis in preparation for giving birth. Expectant mothers can suffer with a variety of pregnancy related musculoskeletal conditions including pelvic girdle pain, pubic symphysitis and pregnancy related low back pain.

Post-natally some mums will be aware of a gap between their abdominals, this is called a Rectus Abdominus Diastasis and is the result of the main tendon of the abdominals being stretched as the baby grows. This can recover somewhat during the first few months post-natally and can be helped by the performing the right type of exercise.

Pregnancy related musculoskeletal conditions can be disabling especially where pain around the pelvis is concerned as this is where bodyweight is transmitted from the spine to the legs during standing and walking. Physiotherapy can be of great benefit for pregnancy related musculoskeletal conditions. For a full list of conditions that we may be able to help you with please see below.

Pregnancy Related Low Back Pain | Pelvic Girdle Pain | Pubic Symphysitis | Sacroiliitis | Rectus Abdominus Diastasis | Post Natural Childbirth | Post Caesarean Section