Pelvic Floor Physio in Coquitlam, BC
Physiotherapy For During & After Pregnancy
Pelvic pain, peeing when you sneeze, preparing for birth, and healing postpartum. Whatever pregnancy-related experiences you’re having, pelvic floor physio can help!
Oasis?
Not quite the word that comes to mind when describing acupuncture, right?
But wouldn’t you know it, patients have likened their experience here to a retreat and oasis.
Maybe it’s our large windows bringing in relaxing natural light. Or the lush plants and flowers surrounding our plushy couches and fluffy pillows.
And maybe, just maybe, it’s our philosophy of compassionate, gentle, and respectful care cultivated by each of our dedicated team members.
This is Capria Care.
PREGNANCY PREPARATION & POSTPARTUM REHABILITATION
Let’s Make Pregnancy, Birth & Postpartum As Pain-Free As Possible
Because baby-making comes with a lot of lasting side effects—like being a little more tired and a lot more in love—but ongoing pain and discomfort should not make the list.
The Benefits of Pelvic Floor Physio
You know that pregnancy can be uncomfortable, birth will be something else, and postpartum healing will take some time. But did you know there’s a lot we can do to make it all a little easier?
In pelvic floor physiotherapy, we focus on the core and pelvic floor—the areas most affected during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. Ongoing pelvic floor care can help you reduce pain and discomfort while addressing common but not-so-normal occurrences like peeing when you laugh or experiencing pain with sex—during any trimester of pregnancy and postpartum!
Physio during pregnancy
Debunk myths, reduce pain in pregnancy, and prepare for birth. Pelvic floor physio helps you feel more comfortable in your body while avoiding any undue strain.
Prenatal pelvic floor physio helps with:
- Back Pain
- Pelvic Pain
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Physio after pregnancy
Some women recover from birth on their own, while others need more support from a pelvic health physiotherapist to get back to living comfortably and pain-free.
Postpartum pelvic floor physio helps with:
- Back Pain
- Pelvic Pain
Our Pelvic Floor Physios Know Pregnancy & Postpartum
Physiotherapists with specialized training in pelvic health take all necessary precautions, avoid treatment types that are counter-indicated, and use specific approaches to make sure your treatment is safe and totally comfortable for you.
Questions about our training and certifications? Don’t be afraid to email us to get all the information you need.
What To Expect During Your Appointment
Booking your first appointment can be intimidating. Here’s what we want you to know:
OUR SPACE IS CLEAN AND COMFY
Our space hits that perfect balance of clean and comforting. We keep it hypoallergenic and sanitized so nothing interferes with your chill, and you feel at peace from the moment you walk through the door.
We set the table for you
Prior to your arrival, your RMT will prep the room by sanitizing every touchpoint and setting up the pregnancy pillow if you need it. We’ll dress the table with crisp sheets and a fresh blanket, and heat or cool the room, too.
This is a judgment-free zone
This is your appointment! Your comfort is #1. Please do not apologize for having hairy body parts, showing up sweaty, crying during your session, wearing sweats to your appointment, or not wanting to fully disrobe.
What You Can Expect From Us
From your first kinesiology session on, you can expect us to:
- Check-in with how you’re feeling
- Assess and reassess any aches, complaints, or injuries you have
- Communicate everything we’re doing and ask for your feedback
- Ask for consent before placing our hands on your body, both before the treatment and before touching potentially sensitive areas
- Offer suggestions for maintenance exercises and mental health strategies
- Listen to your needs and support you thoroughly
Your Pre & Postnatal Dream Team
Richelle Seki (she/her)
FOUNDER & RESIDENT RMT
Richelle offers:
• Prenatal Massage
• Postpartum Massage
• Breast Massage
• Acupuncture (Coming 2023)
She also does triathlons, teaches yoga, and loves long walks in the forest with her goofy husky, Goomba.
Hear From Happy Patients & Parents-To-Be
Let's get you that 'glow' they keep talking about
Don’t Just Feel Better—Feel Comfortable Again
Massage therapy with an RMT with training in pre and postnatal care is a great way to give yourself the attention, relief, and—dare we say—alone time you need to fully enjoy your pregnancy.
Pregnancy Massage FAQs
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A: Yes, with the handy-dandy pregnancy pillow! You can also lie on your side if you prefer. In fact, we usually treat you using a mix of three positions: face down on the pregnancy pillow, side-lying, and semi-seated. This way, we can access all parts of the back and body, and allow you to readjust if one position becomes too uncomfortable after a while. (As it inevitably does!)
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A: Yes, as long as you feel comfortable with the treatment and don’t have signs or symptoms of a high-risk pregnancy, or if you do have signs and symptoms of a high-risk pregnancy but have been cleared for RMT by your doctor.
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A: You bet!
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A: Yes! We currently bill directly to Pacific Blue Cross, Canada Life, Sunlife, Desjardins, Manulife, and Industrial Alliance. We currently DO NOT bill directly to ICBC. If you have an ICBC claim you are still able to book your appointment, pay upfront and submit it to your adjuster.
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A: The preferred method of payment is via e-transfer to clinic@capria.care. The next preferred method is through your insurance provider. You can also pay at your appointment at our front desk!
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A: Our schedule is open 3 months ahead to enable you to book the necessary recurring appointments. If there are no appointments available at the time of looking, add yourself to the waitlist and you'll hear from us in an email.
Let’s Get You Booked In!
Complete the form below to book your first or next pregnancy massage appointment.
