Pregnancy Aches & Pains
Changes in the body during pregnancy can cause Pelvic, Back and Hip pains that you DO NOT need to suffer!
Do you need some extra care and support for pregnancy aches and pains?
Pregnancy causes many changes in the body, including changes in weight and centre of balance. This can cause posture and gait to change in order to compensate, leading to aches and pains. Pregnancy hormones also cause ligaments to soften in the body to help it prepare for labour, aggravating any postural problems.
Different stages of pregnancy can cause different types of problem to arise. We are experienced in treating women in all stages of pregnancy, and work in conjunction with private GPs at our London practice who specialise in maternity and pregnancy care.
We also offer diagnostic appointments via online video consultations, offering a quick and easy way to obtain a professional diagnosis. The cost of your online video consultation can be offset against future in-person treatment.
Pregnancy FAQs
What causes pregnancy aches and pains?
As well as changes in weight and centre of balance, pregnancy hormones cause ligaments throughout the body to soften to help it prepare for labour. This softening puts more demand on the muscles as they have to work harder to compensate for the lack of support from the softer ligaments.
How we treat pregnancy aches and pains
We use a variety of gentle hands-on techniques, including joint and spinal manipulation, and soft tissue work to release tension in muscles. Treatment can be applied at any stage of pregnancy and after the birth.
Pregnancy aches and pains specialists
Our osteopaths are skilled in distinguishing the root causes of pregnancy aches and pains. If you are struggling with pain, we can help.
Whichever stage of pregnancy you are experiencing, we can help you avoid pain and discomfort.
Pregnancy preparation
During pregnancy
After delivery and beyond
Common problems during pregnancy
Pubic symphysis pain
This is often caused by the increased demand on the pelvis combined with the softening of ligaments due to pregnancy hormones.
Swollen or painful feet and ankles
Carrying extra weight can lead to foot and calf stiffness, reducing blood return from the lower limbs and causing swelling and pain. As well as treatment, we may also recommend orthotic insoles to help support your feet and ankles.
Pelvic Girdle Pain (PGP)
Pelvic Girdle Pain (PGP), formerly known as Symphsis Pubis Dysfunction (SPD) invokes a wide range of symptoms and the severity varies between women.
Heartburn - acid reflux
Often caused by distortion of the diaphragm as the uterus expands.
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Robin Lansman’s treatments helped me survive a very uncomfortable triplet pregnancy, during which I became so large that I could barely walk. Yet Robin kept me on my feet and his weekly sessions eased out many of the aches and pains associated with carrying three babies. I saw Robin right up to the birth, with my last treatment only four days before my babies were born. Each time I saw him I walked out of his surgery feeling much lighter, more comfortable and more able to cope. Robin was a massive help and it was a great relief that I had his treatments to support me through the most physically challenging time of my life.
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