Pregnancy is a time of incredible change - physically, emotionally, and hormonally. As your body adapts to nurture new life, it’s common to experience various aches and discomforts. One such concern I frequently hear...
Diastasis recti (DR) is a condition where the connective tissue between the two sides of the rectus abdominis muscle (commonly known as the "six-pack" muscles) becomes stretched and weakened. This causes the abdominal muscles...
Endometriosis is a complex and often debilitating condition that affects millions of individuals worldwide. As osteopaths, we have had the privilege of working closely with individuals living with endometriosis on their health journey. In this article,...
Did you know that in Australia, approximately 1.2 million people are affected by osteoporosis? As a prevalent condition that weakens bones and increases the risk of fractures, it's crucial to raise awareness and provide you...
So you’ve just found out that you’re pregnant- congratulations!!! If you’re like many women, then for now, it’s probably only you (and maybe your partner and a handful of close friends or family) that know...
Dull lower back pain in late pregnancy. It can really take the glow out of being pregnant. You've made it through the trials of the first trimester, and you're now in your second or third. (If...
One of the common questions we hear from women in their first trimester suffering from lower back pain is- “how can I already have back pain? I’ve only just found out! “ Naturally, these women...
Pelvic Girdle Pain or Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction (SPD) in pregnancy is a common condition. Read on to find out if the pain that you’re experiencing fits into this category. There's a lot of confusing information out...
66-94% of women report sleep disturbances during pregnancy, with the likelihood of sleep disturbance increasing through the 3 trimesters. By the end of the pregnancy, almost all women are waking up, and for longer periods...
Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction (SPD) hurts. A lot. But what exactly is it? What are the causes? And more importantly, what can you do to prevent or manage it? What is Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction (SPD)? Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction, commonly abbreviated to...
Pain in the pelvic area during pregnancy is extremely common. Sadly, many women just accept this as a normal part of pregnancy, and battle through months of pain without seeking any professional help. But how do...
Good news for the pregnant ladies amongst us! Pregnant women have long been told to avoid extremes of heat, and have been limited to measures such as limiting baths to body temperature (37°C), or not...
There are a number of possible causes for lower back pain during pregnancy. It’s a time of dramatic adjustments for your body, and it seems that some bodies are able to adapt more smoothly...
One of the conditions that we see commonly in women who've recently had a baby is lower back pain. This can sometimes come as a surprise and even disappointment for new mums, as some of...
Not so long ago, pregnant women were advised to avoid physical activity or exercise, for fear of harming themselves or their unborn child. As lovely as this may sound to those of you that...
One of the most common conditions we see in our pregnant patients here at Lifespan Osteopathy is pelvic girdle pain. In simple terms, this means pain anywhere in the area of the pelvis, which...