Postpartum Recovery in La Crosse
Postpartum Recovery in La Crosse with Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy
The postpartum period brings profound joy mixed with new challenges for women as their bodies transition back to the pre-pregnancy state. While your baby receives plenty of care and attention, new moms often wonder – what about me? At O’Brien Physical Therapy & Wellness, we understand the physical and emotional hurdles you face after giving birth. That’s why our team of compassionate, specialized physical therapists developed our Postpartum Care program specifically to support women like you during this transitional time.
A Personalized Approach to Your Postpartum Recovery
The postpartum recovery process varies widely depending on your delivery method, physical condition, and health history. Rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach, our expert physical therapists tailor your rehab plan based on a thorough assessment of:
- Pelvic floor muscle strength and coordination
- Abdominal muscle separation (diastasis recti)
- Posture and alignment of the pelvis, hips, and lower spine
- Scar tissue, persistent swelling or other lingering postpartum issues
What Conditions Can Postpartum Physical Therapy Address?
As women’s health specialists, we often treat patients for the following common post-pregnancy issues:
- Pelvic girdle pain
- Low back / hip pain
- Pelvic floor dysfunction (urinary/fecal incontinence)
- Coccydynia (tailbone pain)
- Diastasis recti
- Perineal/episiotomy scar pain
- Persistent swelling or nerve compression
- Trouble initiating/coordinating pelvic floor contraction
The conditions above frequently occur after pregnancy and delivery related to factors like:
- Hormone changes
- Excessive motions in pubic symphysis and sacroiliac joints
- Muscle imbalances
- Core weakness
- Upper back / neck strains from breastfeeding
- Improper body mechanics
What Are the Benefits of Postpartum Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy?
Our advanced techniques go beyond Kegel exercises to provide lasting relief from postpregnancy aches and pains. Patients who complete our 4-8 week programs commonly enjoy benefits such as:
- Improved Body Alignment and Biomechanics
- Decreased Pain in Pelvis, Hips and Lower Back
- Strengthened Core and Pelvic Floor
- Enhanced Confidence and Body Awareness
- Education for Safe Transitions
Beth Kirchner
“Life changing! I have never worked with a team so willing to listen and help me reach my goals, cheering me on the entire way. OBT is a game changer!! Absolutely the best! Small changes = big impacts!! I cannot thank them enough for giving me the tools I needed to improve my physical AND mental well being.”
Polly Berendes
“The team at O’Brien Physical Therapy is knowledgeable, empathetic, and go above and beyond to ensure they are providing exceptional care. I am an active woman in my 40’s – I run about 30 miles a week, bike, and lift weight. I have seen Chelsea and Jill for a variety of things including pelvic health, physical therapy for aches and pains related to running, shoulder and back pain, and runner’s boot camp. Each one goes the extra mile to ensure they understand what my needs are and help me achieve my health goals. I feel so comfortable with anyone at OPT, knowing I will be cared for and able to still do the things I love and remain healthy.”