Maternity physiotherapy — Canterbury

Physiotherapy staff see outpatients and inpatients for individualised advice about looking after your body after childbirth.


Contact us

To contact our maternity physiotherapy service, call 03 364 4908


Where to find us

Maternity physiotherapy services are at:

Ground floor
Christchurch Women's Hospital
Riccarton Avenue
Christchurch


Services we provide

We provide advice on looking after your body after childbirth. Our advice covers:

  • pelvic floor muscle exercises
  • sitting and standing posture
  • lifting
  • separation of abdominal muscle
  • what to do after caesarean section
  • rest and exercise.

Video: Your physical recovery after having a baby — Vimeo (external link)

 


Referral information

Your midwife or doctor can refer you to this service.