Post Natal Rehabilitation

Postpartum Physical Changes

After delivery, women may experience:

• Weakened core and pelvic floor muscles

• Abdominal separation (diastasis recti)

• Postural issues due to breastfeeding and lifting

• Joint instability (especially hips and lower back)

• Fatigue and hormonal shifts

• Possible incontinence or pelvic organ prolapse

Biokinetics plays a vital role in managing and reversing these effects safely through tailored exercise.

Goals of Postnatal Biokinetics

1. Restore core and pelvic floor strength

2. Correct postural imbalances

3. Alleviate lower back or pelvic pain

4. Improve cardiovascular fitness and muscle tone

5. Assist in gradual return to full physical activity or sport

When to Begin

• Natural Birth: Low-impact biokinetics exercises can usually begin 4–6 weeks postpartum, with doctor clearance.

• Cesarean Section: A longer recovery (6–8 weeks or more) is often needed before initiating structured movement.

Key Focus Areas

• Pelvic floor retraining (especially important after vaginal delivery)

• Rehabilitating abdominal muscles (avoid crunches until diastasis recti is resolved)

• Back and hip strengthening

• Postural correction exercises

• Gradual progression of load and intensity

Safety Guidelines

• Always begin with medical clearance, especially after complications or C-sections.

• Avoid high-impact, high-intensity training too early.

• Listen to symptoms—pain, heaviness, or urinary leaks may signal a need to scale back or refer to a specialist.

• Work with a qualified biokineticist trained in women’s health.