Managing Back and Pelvic Pain in Pregnancy

During pregnancy many hormonal changes contribute to the range of symptoms women experience.  Although we can't change the hormones, we can implement strategies to help control the unwanted symptoms that frequently accompany pregnancy such as low back and pelvic pain.

Structures of the pelvis

Balance

Balance is the ability to maintain the body's center of mass over its base of support.  It is achieved from a combination of three important systems: vision, proprioception (tough) and the vestibular system (the inner ear complex that controls the body's perception of motion & spatial orientation).  Balance is also reliant on deep core...

What to do if you're Injured at Work

Step 1

Ensure you and others are safe and not going to cause any further damage/injury.  This can include simple things such as receiving first aid & stopping any further lifting etc.

Step 2

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