Women’s Health Physiotherapy – The Mummy MOT: A holistic post-natal assessment recommended for all women following delivery, from six weeks after childbirth onwards.

The MummyMOT is a specialist post-natal assessment recommended for all women following delivery, whether six weeks or many years after.

We have a holistic approach starting with a detailed history followed by a musculoskeletal assessment and evaluation. We look at lifestyle issues that can have a major impact on pain and symptoms including sleep, stress and activity levels. We will assess the strength and function of the tummy and pelvic floor muscles to help prevent long-term childbirth related complaints.

Who Would Benefit From The Mummy MOT?

• Women suffering from short and long term pelvic pain
• Women in need of Pre and post-natal advice and treatment
• Women with perimenopausal, menopausal and post-menopausal conditions and symptoms

Treatment May Include The Following:

• Analysing and correcting any breath pattern disorders, teaching breath work and mindfulness to help relax the pelvic floor.
• Releasing trigger points and tight muscles through manual therapy.
• Teach patients how to reduce tension in their pelvic floor through specific exercises.
• Connective tissue manipulation is often required to reduce myofascial pain and improve blood flow.