Pregnancy Pain? Here’s How a North Parramatta Physio Can Help

Pregnancy is an amazing journey—but let’s be honest, it’s not always comfortable. If you’re expecting, you might already know that aches and pains can pop up in places you didn’t expect. From a sore lower back to sharp jabs in the pelvis, pregnancy can sometimes feel like your body’s throwing curveballs.

Here’s the good news: You don’t have to just put up with it. A local physio in North Parramatta can help you manage these changes, reduce pain, and keep you moving safely throughout your pregnancy.

Let’s walk through how.

Common Pains in Pregnancy (And Why They Happen)

As your body prepares for birth, hormones like relaxin soften the ligaments around your joints. Your posture changes. Your muscles have to work harder. And with your growing bump, your centre of gravity shifts too. It’s a lot for your body to deal with all at once!

Here are some common issues we see in the clinic:

• Pelvic girdle pain (pain across the front or back of the pelvis)

• Lower back pain

• Pubic symphysis pain (sometimes called “lightning crotch”)

• Round ligament pain (a sharp, stabbing feeling in the lower belly or groin)

• Upper back or rib pain

• Neck and shoulder tension

These aches are common, but they’re not something you need to suffer through.

How Physiotherapy Can Help During Pregnancy

At our North Parramatta physio clinic, we’re here to support you through every trimester. We don’t just treat pain—we help you feel stronger, more confident, and better prepared for birth and beyond.

Here’s what we offer:

✅ Pain Relief That’s Safe for Pregnancy

We start by understanding exactly what’s going on—no guessing. Through gentle hands-on treatment, we aim to ease the load on sore muscles and joints. This might include:

• Soft tissue release

• Gentle joint techniques

• Postural support and advice

We’ll also help you make small tweaks to how you sit, sleep, and move that can make a big difference in daily comfort.

✅ Pelvic Floor Support & Screening

Your pelvic floor is working hard during pregnancy—even if you can’t feel it. We can assess your pelvic floor using real-time ultrasound and teach you how to strengthen and relax it (both are important!).

Screenings typically happen around:

• 20 weeks (to get a baseline)

• 30 weeks (to check progress)

• 36 weeks (to prep for birth)

✅ Tailored Exercise That Feels Good

Many women want to stay active during pregnancy but worry about doing it “wrong.” We take the guesswork out.

We’ll build a personalised exercise plan that’s safe, gentle, and designed just for you. This might include:

• Stretches to ease back and hip tightness

• Core exercises to support your growing belly

• Safe strength work to help with labour and recovery

You can also join our Functional Physio 60 sessions—small group classes with individualised programs led by our physio team.

✅ Education for Birth Preparation

The more you understand your body, the better prepared you feel. We’ll walk you through what to expect during birth from a musculoskeletal point of view and how to best support your body before and after.

Why Early Support Matters

When you catch and treat pregnancy pain early, it’s much easier to manage—and often, easier to resolve completely. Many of the women we see tell us they wish they had come in sooner.

Even if the pain seems mild or only shows up at night, don’t wait until it gets worse. It’s much easier to stay on top of it than to play catch-up later on.

A Note From Us

At North Parramatta Physiotherapy & Sports Injuries, we’ve supported many women through pregnancy and post-birth recovery. We know how different each pregnancy is—and we take the time to listen, assess, and tailor a plan that actually fits your life.

Whether you're newly pregnant or already in your third trimester, you don’t have to push through the pain. Let’s help you feel better, move easier, and enjoy this stage a little more.