First Focus Physical Therapy

04/20/2023

Physical therapy is so helpful for mamas while pregnant and postpartum. There's so many musculoskeletal issues that can be improved. More importantly, it's for you to help yourself, so you can help everyone else. 😊

03/22/2023

Posture!- again: There are many postural changes that happen during and after pregnancy. Good posture equals good alignment, which provides a strong base for your movement everyday.

Postural exercise to be done throughout the day:
- feel equal weight on both your feet
- shift ribs slightly so they are stacked right on top of your pelvis
- Pull your shoulders back lightly, feel a gentle stretch across your collar bones
- Slightly tuck your chin and lengthen the back of your neck- as if a string is pulling you up through the back of your head

You want to feel stable in your daily posture. If your kid was going to run and jump into your arms do you anticipate it would hurt? If you start with good alignment, this will set you up for everything life throws (or jumps) your way

03/15/2023

Spring and summer are coming! Get ready to dive into what you love best. Hiking, running, horseback riding, running after kids? Back, neck, hip pain is common in pregnancy and postpartum but NOT NORMAL! Get in to see a PT to get ready for all you do.
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03/03/2023

Physical therapy should be offered to every pregnant and postpartum woman! The musculoskeletal changes your body goes through during and after pregnancy are truly amazing- let a movement specialist help guide you to get your muscles balanced, strong, and ready for a busy mama life!

Women's health physical therapy, with PT services provided in your own home for convenience.

02/07/2023

Posture! A woman's posture and center of gravity change dramatically during and after pregnancy. Most women will find themselves leaning back and increasing that arch in your low back (so you don't fall forward). A quick fix: engage your core and tuck your hips/bottom down slightly, and think about stacking your ribs right over your pelvis. Stand tall! Stand strong! See a PT for far more in depth posture training

01/25/2023

Strengthening is so important during pregnancy. There are so many changes to your body during pregnancy, PT can customize an exercise program for you to strengthen safely and comfortably.