Physiotherapy in Obstetrics & Gynaecology By mohd. Javed mpt(ortho)-1st yr. Apollo college, durg c. G

Pelvic floor exercises: -

• Isometric ex. / kegals ex.

• Pt position – any position

• Instruction - to tighten the pelvic floor as if attempting to stop urine, &hold for 3 to 5 sec.

• This ex is valuable in treating leaky bladder.

Modified Upper Limb & Lower Limb Exercise.

• Modified push ups /standing pushups

• Hip extension

• a. supine bridging

• b. All four leg raising

• 3. Modified squatting

• These are used

• To strengthen the hip &knee extensor.

• Stretch the peroneal area.

• Supported squatting using a chair or wall.

• Wall slide.

PERINEUM & ADDUCTOR FLEXIBILITY

• Self stretching

• 1. Women's position supine or side lying .

• instruct to abduct the hip &pull the knees towards the sides of her chest & hold the position for as long as comfortable.

• 2. Sitting – have the women sit on a short stool with the hips abducted & feets flat on the floor.

RELAXATION & BREATHING EX

• Relaxation & Breathing exercise.

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