Onward Physical Therapy Blog

Are you expecting a bundle of joy and experiencing the notorious sciatica pain? Let’s delve into the world of sciatica during pregnancy and explore what causes it. Buckle up, because there’s a lot you can do to tackle this discomfort! What is Sciatica During Pregnancy? Sciatica during pregnancy is a sharp, shooting pain that radiates down the leg. It occurs...

Having a baby is an exciting time for families, but recovery following the delivery can be really challenging for moms regardless if they had a vaginal or cesarean birth. Many moms don’t have a follow up appointment until 6 weeks postpartum which can take a toll on the body while they are learning to care for a newborn. Many women...

Tailbone pain during pregnancy is common, but that doesn’t mean it’s normal! In fact, many women experience tailbone pain during pregnancy due to the many expected changes that the female body goes through.  Tailbone pain typically occurs due to the changes the tailbone experiences as the uterus grows to make room for the baby and potential postural changes. For some,...

Diastasis recti (DRA) is a common condition that affects many women, especially during and after pregnancy. It is a thinning of the connective tissue between the rectus abdominis muscles (6-pack muscles), which can lead to a bulging belly and other uncomfortable symptoms. Fortunately, diastasis recti can be treated with the right exercises and lifestyle changes. In this blog post, we...

Experiencing a sharp/shooting pain “down there” during pregnancy? If it occurs during the third trimester, you may be experiencing something called lightning crotch. Lightning crotch pain typically occurs when the baby begins to descend into the pelvis, certain movements or positions the baby settles into may press on the pudendal nerve. This can cause a sudden sharp pelvic pain down...

Are you experiencing urine leakage during exercise & lifting? You’ve been told that leaking urine during lifting “is normal” after having a baby or getting older and lots of women deal with this issue. You’re tired of having a drawer full of black leggings for the gym and having to run to the bathroom to put a pad in just...

There is often a lot of conflicting information on abdominal strength work and core bracing during pregnancy. Far too often, women are instructed to avoid all core strength work throughout their pregnancy. They also frequently get poor information on how to properly brace their core. At Onward Physical Therapy, one of the most prescribed exercises our women’s health physical therapists...

Pelvic pain can be a common complaint during most females’ pregnancy experiences. Around 45% of pregnant females will experience pelvic pain at some point in their pregnancy! When it comes to managing discomfort, it is important to understand what structures may be behind the symptoms and more importantly what exercises and habits can be implemented to find relief. We hope...

Struggling with back pain during your pregnancy? You are not alone. Learn the five best exercises for back pain during pregnancy! 50-80% of women deal with low back pain during pregnancy (1). Unfortunately, many are dismissed and told it is just part of being pregnant. But that’s not true! There is a lot you can do to help prevent, manage,...