Health Pivots
small changes lead to big gains
A blog about the little changes you can make that lead to big changes over time
Is It Pelvic Girdle Pain, SPD, Sciatica or Round Ligament Pain?
Pelvic girdle pain, SPD, sciatica, round ligament pain and lightning crotch can feel confusingly similar. Learn how these common types of pelvic pain in pregnancy tend to differ and why symptoms can overlap.
Can an osteopath help with pelvic girdle pain in pregnancy?
Pelvic girdle pain can make everyday movement much harder during pregnancy. Learn how an osteopath may approach treatment, from hands-on care and whole-body assessment to movement advice, practical strategies and pelvic floor support.
Why Does Pelvic Pain Hurt When I Walk, Roll Over in Bed or Get Out of the Car?
Why can pelvic girdle pain make walking, rolling over in bed or getting out of the car uncomfortable? Learn why these movements can become painful during pregnancy and discover practical ways to make everyday movement more comfortable.
Pelvic Girdle Pain in Pregnancy: Why a Whole-Body Approach Matters
Pelvic girdle pain, aka symphysis pubis dysfunction (SPD) can make walking, sleeping and everyday movement difficult during pregnancy. This blog explains why you get PGP and how hands-on osteopathic care may support you to move more comfortably and manage pain during pregnancy.
What is perineal massage?
Why should you do perineal massage if you’re hoping for a vaginal delivery?
A perineal massage session explained
Learn to do perineal massage, or have us do it for you!
Could Therapeutic Ultrasound Help Your Caesarean Scar?
Learn how therapeutic ultrasound is used in caesarean scar care, how it works, what a treatment session involves, and why it may form part of a broader recovery approach.
Different ways Pelvic Health Osteopaths can Assess Your Pelvic Floor
An internal assessment isn’t the only way to assess your pelvic floor.
What to Expect During a Pelvic Health Assessment
What happens during a pelvic health examination during pregnancy?