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What is Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy?
Antenatal Pilates Classes at Physio Effect
Some exciting news! We have a NEW Antenatal Pilates class running in our studio within our Northside clinic at Borron Street. This physio-led Clinical Pilates class aims to prevent pregnancy related issues such as pelvic girdle pain (PGP), symphysis pubis dysfunction (SPD), posture related pain as well as a full body programme to prepare you for the birth of your child. During the class, you will be guided through an individualised programme relevant to your stage of pregnancy and any other issues discussed during your initial physiotherapy appointment.
WHEN: Wednesday evenings at 7PM from 21st October
**CLASS NOW FULLY BOOKED**
Please contact us below if you would like to be placed on our waiting list or if you wish to attend any of our other Clinical Pilates classes which will be a mixed group, but you will still be able to do an antenatal programme due to the bespoke nature of the class.
WHEN CAN I START?
As long as you have an uncomplicated pregnancy and your midwife/ doctor approves, you can begin from any time in your second trimester if you have no Pilates experience. If you have previous Pilates experience, you may begin earlier.
HOW DO I GET STARTED?
You will be required to have a 1:1 session with one of our physiotherapists before joining a class for the first time. During this appointment, your physiotherapist will be able to plan a bespoke Pilates programme for you based on your goals, requirements and stage of pregnancy. You will be introduced to the various Pilates props and equipment used during a class including the Pilates Reformer machine.
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?
Antenatal Physiotherapy Appointment: £49
Single class rate: £25
6 classes: £120 (£20 per class)
12 classes: £220 (£18.3 per class)
You have flexibility to use the class blocks within the following time period:
● 10 weeks on a 6-class block
● 4 months on an 12-class block
WHAT HAPPENS IF I HAVE MY BABY BEFORE I USE UP ALL MY CLASSES?
You may use any remaining class credit towards our Crybaby Pilates Classes. This is our specialist Postnatal Pilates class which you may begin once you are at least 6 weeks postpartum after a non-complicated vaginal delivery or 8 weeks if you have had a C-section/assisted delivery with any complications.
CryBaby (Postnatal) Pilates Class
Restore your core after pregnancy: A safe return to exercise
Returning to exercise after having a baby can be daunting & difficult. It is possible to cause yourself more harm than good if you return too soon or to the wrong type of exercise. This blog looks at the evidence and guidelines for returning safely to post-natal exercise and the specific benefits of Post-natal Pilates in restoring your Pelvic Floor muscle function, reducing Diastasis Recti and rebuilding your core strength and function. A FREE 30 minute Post-natal Pilates class is linked for you to try.
Antenatal Exercise; What the Guidelines & Evidence Say by Raz Leonard
For over a year I’ve been enjoying teaching two Antenatal Pilates classes at Physio Effect and, from the start, the classes have been fully subscribed. Many of the women tend to come from Health Care professions themselves and know the benefits of exercising during pregnancy. I am always surprised at how many old wives’ tales are out there and how many women remain inactive or stop physical activity during this crucial time. I plan to summarise some recent evidence-based reviews on the topic so that the facts can be divided from fiction.
