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Prenatal and postpartum physical therapy in San Diego. Expert care for pregnancy-related pain, pelvic floor health, and postpartum recovery at Function Smart.

Preparing Your Body for Labor: Exercises for the Third Trimester

Pelvic Health, Pregnancy, Woman's Health /
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Labor is one of the most physically demanding experiences your body will go through, requiring strength, endurance, flexibility, and mental stamina. Just as you wouldn’t run a marathon without training, approaching labor with a prepared body can make a significant difference in your experience, comfort level, and recovery. The third trimester is the ideal time […]

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Why Women Experience Different Pain Patterns (And How Specialized PT Addresses Them)

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Pregnancy and motherhood bring countless questions about health, recovery, and managing pain that seems different from what men experience. The truth is that women do experience pain differently than men, and understanding these gender-specific differences is crucial for effective treatment and long-term wellness. Female pain patterns differ significantly due to biological, hormonal, and biomechanical factors

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The Truth About Exercise During and After Pregnancy: What Every Mom Needs to Know

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Pregnancy and motherhood bring countless questions about what’s safe, what’s beneficial, and what’s actually necessary for your health and your baby’s wellbeing. Exercise during and after pregnancy remains one of the most misunderstood topics, surrounded by outdated advice, cultural myths, and well-meaning but inaccurate information. The truth is that appropriate exercise during pregnancy and strategic

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Pregnancy Pain and PT

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Pregnancy can be blissful and care free, or some women start to develop musculoskletal problems such as pelvic pain, back pain, hip pain, and bladder pain. Our national organization has links explaining pregnancy related physical therapy, and specifically pelvic pain, check it out: http://www.womenshealthapta.org/patients/ Be an advocate for yourself and speak to your health care

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