This eBook has been created by PMPP’s highly experienced physiotherapists to help women throughout their pregnancy and postpartum journey. With guidelines for each trimester, information on specific conditions, preparing for labour and recovery advice, this extensive guide is with you every step of the way.
At PMPP we provide physiotherapy, clinical exercise classes, massage and dietitian services to the Port Melbourne community and the surrounding suburbs of South Melbourne, Middle Park, Albert Park and the Melbourne CBD.
Our vision at PMPP is to help you recover and rehabilitate from injuries, and assist you to reach your lifestyle/sporting goals. Our aim is to help you maximise your health and well-being! Physiotherapy & Clinical Exercise can compliment treatments prescribed by your general practitioner or specialist, with no referral necessary.
Strengthening exercises separate to running are important to keep you in the running game for longer, make you faster and prevent those injuries! Aim twice a week. General overall progressions of strengthening exercises (some areas of your body may vary in stages): Step 1: neuromuscular/endurance “where does it feel… / holds or high reps” Step
Further tips for running include the importance of terrain and footwear. A couple of good pairs of running shoes will do you wonders! Choosing a good pair of running shoes makes all the difference in reducing risk of running injuries and improving the efficiency/performance of your running. Why is this the case? Positioning of the foot
Below is a guide to a safe return to running in order to prevent running related injuries. We’re seeing an increase in people running now that gyms are closed, however a sudden change in exercise could lead to injuries if you’re not well prepared. 1. Gradually increase you running distance and intensity: Once you start
Port Melbourne Physiotherapy & Pilates is still open for Physiotherapy and 1:1 Consultations. Group classes have been suspended until further notice. At PMPP we are able to provide online Telehealth consultations if you are unwell or in quarantine. We are also offering virtual live streamed Pilates classes.
If you have recently returned from overseas, have been in contact with anyone with Corona Virus or are unwell with flu-like symptoms, please ring to reschedule your appointment and/or organise an online appointment.
Contact reception by email: info@portmelbournephysio.com.au or book online via our website of App
