Colorectal Physio 101 – Bowel Health Basics
What is Colorectal Physio? Colorectal physiotherapy is relatively new to Pivotal, so let’s discuss what it is and why someone might need treatment in this area. As a pelvic health physiotherapist, I (Kylie) assess and treat the entire pelvic floor, which can influence all compartments of the pelvis, including the surrounding organs (bladder, vagina and […]
Clinical Pilates – What and why?
What is Pilates? Pilates is a form of movement that focuses on: Breathing Axial Elongation & Core Control Spinal Articulation Organisation of the Head, Neck and Shoulders Alignment & Weight Bearing of the Extremities Movement Integration It is a somatic method of exercise, which means it helps to improve body awareness and consciousness of how […]
Postnatal Exercise – Part 2: The Reconditioning Process
Following on from our last blog on returning to exercise post natal where we discussed considerations, evidence and their time-frames. So, the question every mama wants to know – “When can I return to exercise?”. Let’s delve further into what the reconditioning process looks like. So, WHERE DO WE BEGIN? We strongly encourage women to […]
Postnatal Exercise – Part 1: Considerations and Timeframes
When can I return to exercise? We recently posted a blog post on exercise during pregnancy, but what about getting back into it after you’ve given birth? A question we often get asked by new mums is “when can I get back to exercise and my pre-pregnancy body?”. Taking it easy doesn’t come so easy […]
Exercise during pregnancy
A guide to exercise during pregnancy and Pivotal’s NEW prenatal classes Do you know the recommended guidelines for exercise during pregnancy? If your answer was no (or maybe you’re anxious to exercise while growing bub) you’re not alone. So many pregnant mamas aren’t aware of the benefits of, or know how to, exercise safely during […]
Our dance physio practice is en-pointe.
You can dance in the rain, just don’t ignore the pain. Just like weightlifters, footy players, gymnasts, rowers, golfers, and netballers (we could go on!) really need sport-specific treatment from their physios, dancers of any level are no exception. The toll that these sports/activities/disciplines take on the body mean regular specialised servicing is a must, […]
Tips for Maintaining Healthy Hips
Although total hip replacements are the most successful of all the joint replacements (85% success rate), major surgery at a time in our lives when we want to enjoy travel, be more active, try different activities, and spend more time with the kids (and their kids!) is less than ideal. Keeping our hips healthy, mobile […]
Tips for Managing Sacroiliac Joint (SIJ) Dysfunction in Pregnancy
What is the sacroiliac joint (SIJ) and SIJ dysfunction? The sacroiliac joint is the joint between the sacrum (at the base of your spine) and the ilium (pelvic bone). We have two of these joints – one on each side of the pelvis. These joints help to transfer load between our legs and our spine. […]
Conditions associated with breastfeeding and how physiotherapy can help
It’s well known about the number of health benefits associated with breastfeeding for both mother and infant. As experienced pelvic health physiotherapist, Melinda Cooper says “Breastfeeding is the most cost effective, disease preventing and health promoting activity a mother and baby can do”. Some of these health benefits include: Improves health, supports development and helps […]