Prenatal & Postpartum Physical Therapy in Portland, OR

Expert Prenatal & Postpartum Care Near You

Every pregnancy journey is unique, and so is every body's response to it. At Mendwell, our specialized physical therapists provide comprehensive prenatal and postpartum pain management treatment to support you through pregnancy, delivery, and recovery. Whether you're experiencing pregnancy-related pain or focusing on postpartum healing, our evidence-based treatments can help you feel stronger and more confident in your changing body. We understand that the path through pregnancy and postpartum recovery can feel overwhelming, which is why we're committed to providing compassionate, expert care every step of the way.

How Can Obstetric Physical Therapy Help?

Pregnancy physical therapy and postpartum pelvic health care play a vital role in supporting your body through the physical demands of pregnancy, childbirth, and recovery. Our evidence-based, customized programs are designed to relieve discomfort, enhance mobility, and promote pelvic floor and core stability through safe, gentle, and trimester-specific techniques. We address postural alignment, muscle function, joint support, and breathing control to prepare you for labor and facilitate a smooth postpartum transition. With targeted treatments and empowering education, we help you maintain strength, optimize function, and restore confidence in your body at every stage of your journey.

Through specialized techniques and targeted exercises, we help:

• Reduce pain and discomfort during pregnancy
• Prepare your body for labor and delivery
• Support faster postpartum recovery
• Strengthen your pelvic floor and core muscles
• Help prevent common pregnancy-related complications
• Guide your safe return to exercise and daily activities

The benefits of obstetric physical therapy extend far beyond immediate symptom relief. Our treatment approaches are designed to support long-term pelvic health, helping you build a foundation for an active, comfortable lifestyle both during pregnancy and in the years following childbirth. Many of our clients find that the strategies and exercises they learn become valuable tools for maintaining their well-being well into the future.

Prenatal Pain Treatment During Your Pregnancy

Our prenatal physical therapy services in Portland offer safe, customized, and holistic care designed to support your body through every trimester. We focus on relieving pain, improving posture, and enhancing mobility with therapeutic, evidence-based treatments that address the core, pelvis, and spine. As your body undergoes significant physical changes, our specialized physiotherapists guide you with gentle, trimester-specific exercises that restore balance, strengthen muscles, and prepare you for a more comfortable delivery. This proactive approach not only alleviates common pregnancy-related discomforts but also empowers you with the knowledge and tools needed for a smoother birth experience.

Our prenatal pain treatment program in Portland uses evidence-based, hands-on therapy, customized exercise instruction, and patient education to relieve discomfort and promote functional mobility throughout pregnancy. We address postural changes, reduce pelvic girdle and lower back pain, and treat muscle tension and swelling through gentle, non-invasive techniques tailored to each trimester. By strengthening the core, stabilizing the pelvis, and enhancing flexibility, our physiotherapists support your body's natural adaptations while preventing nerve irritation and joint strain. We also guide you through safe, targeted exercises to maintain an active lifestyle that protects your changing body and prepares you for labor and delivery.

During the third trimester, we place special emphasis on birth preparation, teaching specific techniques and positions that can help optimize labor and delivery. We work closely with your existing healthcare team to ensure our approach aligns with your birth plan and medical needs.

Postpartum Pain Management Supporting Your Body's Natural Healing Processes

The postpartum period is a critical time for healing, recovery, and restoring function, as your body adjusts to new physical demands after childbirth. Our postpartum physical therapy program in Portland offers a customized, evidence-based approach to pelvic floor rehabilitation and core strengthening, whether you’ve experienced a vaginal birth or a C-section. We specialize in treating common postpartum concerns like diastasis recti, pelvic pain, incontinence, and scar tissue mobility through gentle, targeted exercises and hands-on therapy. Recognizing that every birth journey is unique, our physiotherapists create empowering, functional recovery plans tailored to your specific needs—focusing on pain relief, mobility, muscle repair, and long-term well-being.

Early postpartum pelvic health care is essential for restoring pelvic floor function, improving core stability, and supporting your body's healing process after childbirth. Our individualized, evidence-based approach begins with gentle, non-invasive therapy to assess and treat muscle dysfunction, incontinence, and discomfort associated with both vaginal and C-section deliveries. As your recovery progresses, we guide you through a safe, targeted exercise progression to strengthen the abdominals, improve mobility, and restore confidence in movement. We also educate you on ergonomics for baby care tasks—like lifting, feeding, and carrying—ensuring your healing body is protected while you care for your newborn.

Many individuals in the postpartum period experience pain, discomfort, or uncertainty about what’s normal in their recovery journey. Our physical therapists offer supportive, evidence-based care that addresses common postpartum concerns—from pelvic floor dysfunction and scar sensitivity to core weakness and joint pain. We take the time to assess your specific needs, provide gentle, non-invasive treatment options, and offer realistic expectations tailored to your unique birth experience. By educating and guiding you through the healing process, we empower you to understand your body’s recovery, enhance your physical and emotional well-being, and restore confidence in your movement and function.

Personalized Treatment Plans

Your treatment journey at Mendwell is as unique as you are. We begin with a thorough evaluation to understand your specific concerns, goals, and physical condition. Based on this assessment, we create a customized treatment plan that may include:

1. Comprehensive Evaluation: Our detailed assessment considers your full health history, current symptoms, and future goals to create a targeted treatment plan. We take time to understand not just your physical symptoms, but also your lifestyle needs and personal goals for pregnancy or postpartum recovery.
2. Manual Therapy: Skilled hands-on techniques address pain, improve mobility, and promote tissue healing. This may include soft tissue mobilization, joint mobilization, and specific release techniques for the pelvic floor and surrounding muscles. Our gentle, effective approaches provide relief while respecting your comfort levels.
3. Exercise Programs: We develop customized exercise programs that evolve with your changing needs. These programs focus on building functional strength while respecting your body's healing process. Each exercise is carefully selected and modified to ensure it's appropriate for your stage of pregnancy or postpartum recovery.
4. Education: Understanding your body's changes is crucial for successful treatment. We provide detailed guidance on proper body mechanics, daily activity modifications, and exercise progression. This includes practical strategies for managing common challenges like lifting and carrying your baby, nursing positions, and sleep positioning.
5. Pain Management: Evidence-based strategies help manage both pregnancy-related discomfort and postpartum pain, allowing you to stay active and comfortable throughout your journey. We combine immediate pain relief techniques with long-term management strategies to support your ongoing comfort and function.

When Should You Start Physical Therapy?

Timing is flexible and individual to your needs. During pregnancy, it's never too early to begin preparing your body for delivery by considering prenatal pain treatment. We recommend patients connect with a pelvic floor physical therapist as soon as they’re aware of the pregnancy to begin their birth preparation journey. After birth, it’s common to see postpartum pain management patients six weeks following delivery, but earlier intervention may often be beneficial depending on your situation and type of delivery.  Even if you're months or years postpartum, it's never too late to address lingering concerns or prepare for future pregnancies.

Why Choose Mendwell for Your Prenatal and Postpartum Care?

Our commitment to specialized prenatal and postpartum physical therapy sets us apart. Unlike general physical therapy clinics, our team consists exclusively of physical therapists with advanced training and certification in pelvic health. This specialized expertise means we approach obstetric physical therapy through a comprehensive pelvic health lens, understanding how the entire body connects to and through the pelvic floor during the childbearing journey. We offer private, comfortable treatment rooms and one-on-one care with dedicated specialists who not only understand the unique challenges of pregnancy and postpartum recovery but have the specific training to address them effectively. 

Take the First Step in Your Obstetric Physical Therapy Journey

Don't wait to address your pregnancy or postpartum concerns. Contact us for a free consultation to learn how our specialized prenatal and postpartum physical therapy services can support your journey through motherhood. Our Portland clinic offers convenient scheduling and a welcoming environment for new and expecting parents.