27/04/2022
Physiotherapy is a very effective way to help gradually return to normal life as soon as possible.
Week 1
The following treatments may be included:
-Advice on scar management
-Pelvic floor strengthening exercises
-Pain control modalities
-Elevation exercises
-Advice about the most comfortable positioning
-Simple mobility exercises such as walking
-Tranverse abdominis activation exercises
-Lower limb strengthening and range of movement exercises
Weeks 2-6
Now symptoms should be reducing and she begins gradually return to her normal daily routine. Physiotherapy may include:
-Progressing all strengthening exercises
-Upper limb strengthening and range of movement exercises
-Progressing transverse abdominis exercises
-Carrying out pelvic floor exercises in more functional positions
-Including more functional activities relating to your hobbies or work
-Pacing advice
Week 7 onwards
Gradually returning to normal activities of daily living and be experiencing little or no pain. And initiation of mild lifting activities but without pain recommended. But she should not lift heavy amounts and vigorous activities and yoga stretches for up to 6 months.
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