Pregnancy, childbirth, and caring for a newborn place significant physical demands on the body. Throughout this journey, you may experience various musculoskeletal symptoms, both before and after childbirth, including:
  • Low and mid-back pain
  • Sciatica
  • Pelvic/Sacroiliac joint (SIJ)/tailbone pain
  • Pubic symphysis or round ligament pain
  • Leg and foot pain
  • Neck pain
  • Wrist and thumb pain (De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis/Carpal Tunnel)
  • Diastasis Recti
  • Post-surgical rehabilitation (C-section, episiotomy, etc.)
  • Pelvic floor weakness/urinary incontinence
Physiotherapy is safe and effective throughout the parental journey, focusing on symptom prevention, treatment, and self-management options. Our therapists utilise a variety of techniques to promote healing and improve quality of life, including:
  • Manual therapy techniques
  • Soft tissue work
  • Dry needling
  • Adjunct technologies
  • Heat therapies
  • Progressive strengthening programs
  • Taping techniques
  • Clinical pilates
  • Back and neck care advice
  • Prenatal/postnatal exercise programs and advice
Complications from pregnancy, childbirth, and childcare often go unaddressed due to the demands of new parenthood. Our team can guide you through each stage of the journey, helping you return to the activities you love. If you require any further information regarding how Nuffield Rehab may be beneficial for you please do not hesitate to contact us.

Our team is experienced in addressing a wide range of spinal issues, providing relief and rehabilitation for conditions such as:

  • Acute muscle strains
  • Disc-related pain (degeneration, herniation, or prolapse)
  • Sciatica/nerve compression
  • Spinal stenosis/spondylosis/spondylolisthesis
  • Vertebral fractures
  • Scoliosis-related pain
  • Facet joint degeneration or irritation
  • Post-surgical rehabilitation

Back pain has complex causes, and our therapists take a comprehensive approach to address them. We work with you to understand all contributing factors, provide long-term relief, and teach you how to move effectively even with an injury. Each session is tailored to your needs, starting with a thorough assessment to guide your treatment plan, which may include:

  • Manual therapy techniques
  • Soft tissue work (massage or trigger point release)
  • Dry needling
  • Adjunct technologies (ultrasound)
  • Heat therapies
  • Progressive strengthening programs
  • Taping techniques
  • Clinical pilates

MSK physiotherapy addresses a wide range of common conditions, including:

  • Low back and neck pain, encompassing disc injuries, muscle strain, and chronic pain.
  • Headaches, including tension headaches, TMJ issues, and radicular pain stemming from the neck.
  • Joint disorders like osteoarthritis, cartilage damage, and joint instability.
  • Muscle and ligament injuries, such as strains, sprains, and overuse injuries.
  • Tendon-related pain, including ITB syndrome, Achilles tendinopathy, patella tendinopathy, and shin splints.
  • Pre-surgical rehabilitation for conditions like ACL/PCL tears, tendon repairs (e.g., rotator cuff repair), and joint surgeries.
  • Chronic pain conditions like fibromyalgia or hypermobility syndrome.