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Evidence Informed Physiotherapy
Pregnancy & Physiotherapy
KEY POINTS
- low back pain and pelvic girdle pain can be common during pregnancy
- excise throughout the pregnancy period is beneficial to the mother and child
- pelvic exercises, movement and external supports can help lower discomfort
- after delivery, most mothers return safely to vigorous exercise, including running
- an average time to return to vigorous exercise post-partum is around 12 weeks
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