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Physiotherapy

Telephone consults and in person appointments are now available.  Postpartum appointments are limited to a "one time" appointment to address early postpartum questions/concerns within the first six weeks after delivery
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Women are seen both as an inpatient or outpatient.

You may benefit from a BCW Physiotherapy assessment if you:

  • have neck, back, pelvic, groin or hip pain
  • leak urine, gas or stool 
  • have a wide gap or bulging abdominal muscles
  • feel pressure or bulging in your vagina or rectum
  • have pain, numbness or tingling in your hands or wrists
  • have questions about safe activity and exercise while pregnant or postpartum
  • are having mobility issues 
  • not sure what pelvic floor muscles are or how to do the exercises (kegels)

If you are pregnant and have musculoskeletal/physical concerns call and book an individual appointment.   

If you have delivered within the past 6 weeks call and book a one time apointment to address any early postpartum concerns.   If you are past 6 weeks we encourage you to find a physio in the community using   www.bcphysio.org

Note: there will be no internal pelvic floor exams during these appointments. 



Services

  • inpatient assessment and treatment
  • individual outpatient appointments
  • Diabetes in Pregnancy Clinic counselling
  • complex care planning assessment and consultation
Postpartum Physiotherapy Class
CLASSES ON HOLD AT PRESENT... 
  • last Wednesday of the month
  • 10:00-11:00 am
  • pre-booking required (no drop ins)
  • phone 604-875-2126 to book for this class
  • this class is intended for any mom (C-section or vaginal delivery) who has delivered within the past 6 weeks
    • learn to recognize the signs of a healthy recovery in the days, weeks and months after delivery
    • find out how to take care of yourself while taking care of your newborn
    • get the right information about how to begin early, safe exercises 
    • learn what are pelvic floor exercises (kegels) and why it is important to do them
    • get the right answers to your questions
    • only a one time attendance class


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