At PhysioElements, we honor motherhood and believe in giving women the gift of time and self-care, so they can be the best version of themselves. When you become a mother, you are transitioning into a new phase of life that requires support, strength and courage. Most women who embark on this exciting and life-changing journey are not fully aware of the physical and emotional hardships that they will encounter. We strive to work closely with other healthcare and wellness professionals who may be part of the mother’s team in providing a supportive experience.
Our Prenatal and Postpartum Program provides comprehensive physical therapy visits during the prenatal and postpartum period that allow our physical therapists to screen and assess for common prenatal and postpartum issues such as low back/ SI joint pain, diastasis recti (abdominal separation) and pelvic floor dysfunction.
PRENATAL VISITS
(3 visits – 1 per trimester)
These prenatal visits include an orthopedic assessment of the spine and pelvis, diastasis recti screening, core stability exercise, postural education, pelvic floor education and exercise and pain-management techniques.
Physical therapy during pregnancy can address a wide variety of issues including:
- Low back/sciatic pain
- Pelvic Girdle Pain
- Pubic Symphysis Pain
- SI Joint pain
- Upper back/neck pain
- Diastasis Recti
- Urinary incontinence
- Constipation
- Pelvic Pain
POSTPARTUM VISITS
According to the new 2018 “Fourth Trimester” guidelines released by the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists:
“All women should ideally have contact with a maternal care provider within the first 3 weeks postpartum. This initial assessment should be followed up with ongoing care as needed, concluding with a comprehensive postpartum visit no later than 12 weeks after birth.”
The postpartum visits include an orthopedic assessment of the spine and pelvis, diastasis recti screening, pelvic floor assessment, C-section and episiotomy scar management, body mechanic education for breastfeeding and baby care, postural education and guidance to return to exercise after a 6-week clearance from MD.
Physical therapy during postpartum can address a wide variety of issues including:
- Diastasis Recti
- Urinary incontinence
- Organ Prolapse
- Constipation
- Pelvic Pain
- Low back/sciatic pain
- SI Joint pain
- Upper back/neck pain
We offer 3 different visit options to make it accessible and convenient for you:
IN-OFFICE VISITS / VIRTUAL VISITS / IN-HOME VISITS
We offer in-home services near our Greenwich, CT and Manhasset, LI locations within a certain mileage-radius:
FAIRFIELD COUNTY
- Greenwich
- Stamford
- Darien
- Norwalk
- New Canaan
WESTCHESTER COUNTY
- Rye
- Rye Brook
- Port Chester
- White Plains
NASSAU COUNTY
- Manhasset
- Great Neck
- New Hyde Park
- Roslyn
- Port Washington
- Garden City
Contact us to book your evaluation in Manhasset, LI or Greenwich, CT.