SHIEL FAMILY PHYSIOTHERAPY

198 Middleton Road, Albany

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Women’s health

Our physiotherapists Emily and Jenny have an interest in addressing the specific health problems that women may experience. We offer antenatal and postnatal classes for the child-bearing years, as well as individual physiotherapy for women of all stages of life.

Antenatal care - Mums 2 B With Energy

Mums 2 B With Energy is an antenatal exercise programme run by Emily and Jenny to assist mums-to-be with safe, simple and fun Clinical Pilates exercises as they encounter physical changes during pregnancy in area such as posture, balance, joint laxity and fatigue.

In a small group situation, there is a focus on low impact aerobics using physioball, stretching and floor work for muscle strengthening, with time allowed for questions and answers.

Evening and daytime classes offered.

Mums 2 B With Energy hydrotherapy

Fun Pilates exercises and relaxation in warm water ...

Hydrotherapy Pool, Albany Regional Hospital

Health fund rebates available. Mums-to-be should check with their GP and attend an initial assessment with the physiotherapist prior to joining these groups.

Postnatal care - bouncing back into shape after baby

A class for mums and babies (under 1 year) involving Clinical Pilates exercises using physioballs.

Benefits for mum -

Time to work out while entertaining your baby
Total body strengthening and stretching
Improves posture, body awareness and self-image
Re-energizes your body
Relieves muscle tension and increases circulation to tight muscles
Interaction with other new mums and bubs in a friendly atmosphere

Benefits for baby -

Improves baby's strength
Reduces colic symptoms through movement
Great way to socially interact with mum
Rhythmic movement provides a wonderful way to put your baby to sleep

Classes also cover infant massage, back pain, pelvic floor and much more, in a relaxed, casual atmosphere. Please call to book a place.

Double the fun - mum and baby aqua class

Hydrotherapy Pool, Albany Regional Hospital

A water-based exercise class for mums and babies (at least 3 months old).  Mums get a chance to relax and stretch out in warm water ... then babies join in and you can both exercise together.

Benefits for mum -

Work on your core stabilizing muscles (deep tummy and back)
Improve posture
Relax and float for 5 - 10 precious minutes
Relieve muscle tension in lower back, upper shoulders and neck

Benefits for baby -

Socially interact with other babies
Increase body awareness and movement control
Learn that water can be fun

Health fund rebates available. Please call to book your place.

General Women's Health

Continence advice/treatment
Pelvic floor assessments
Real Time Ultrasound Imaging for abdominal and pelvic floor assessments

Ante Natal Care

Posture assessment: prevention and treatment
Braces/supports
Ball classes/exercise advice
Hydrotherapy classes

Post Natal Care

Post natal classes for mums and babies
Double the Fun - mums and baby aqua class
Pelvic floor assessments/treatments
Laser treatment and ultrasound for scar tissue following perineal tears/episiotomies
Breast and nipple care, including treatment for mastitis

Pilates - life is for living