Postpartum Rehab – Astrophysiocare

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Postpartum Rehab

What is Postpartum Rehabilitation?

Postpartum rehabilitation is evidence-based physiotherapy that helps new mothers recover core and pelvic floor strength, heal safely, and return to daily life and exercise with confidence.

What the Research Says

Diastasis recti abdominis (abdominal separation) is common after childbirth; structured exercise programmes show a significant, measurable reduction in the gap between the muscles.

A 2025 network meta-analysis of 27 trials confirms targeted physical therapy — exercise-based and adjunct techniques — improves core recovery more than no treatment.

Programmes combining deep core, pelvic floor, and functional exercises show the most consistent improvements, though exercise design still varies across studies.

Telerehabilitation core-recovery programmes are showing good feasibility and satisfaction, making guided recovery more accessible after birth.

Bottom line: core and pelvic floor changes after birth are common but responsive to structured, guided rehabilitation — they aren't something to just “wait out.”

How We Use It & Who It's For

Diastasis recti – core separation and abdominal wall recovery

Pelvic floor recovery – strength, control, and continence support

C-section & perineal recovery – scar and movement rehabilitation

Safe return to exercise – progressive strength and fitness after birth

Typical plan: postnatal assessment, individualised core & pelvic floor programme, and a gradual, guided return to exercise.

Is It Safe?

Yes, when guided by a trained postnatal physiotherapist. Care is gentle, paced to your healing timeline, and adapted whether you had a vaginal delivery or caesarean birth.

Book a Consultation

Call/WhatsApp 0346 8078687 or book online at astrophysiocare.com