The Karen Hospital

HYDROTHERAPY AND PREGNANCY
Pregnancy releases hormones that act to soften ligaments in preparation for labour. Sometimes this can lead to discomfort and pain. For some women this may mean that they can’t continue with their normal exercise routine and for a few women it may mean a limitation in function (eg. walking, steps and lifting).

HYDROTHERAPY AND PREGNANCY
Hydrotherapy and water exercise assist pregnant women by:
• providing a safe, weight reduced environment to safely maintain or improve strength, stability, flexibility and fitness
• assist in the management and prevention of many ante-natal problems.
BENEFITS
Specifically, hydrotherapy can help to:
• improve stability and flexibility
• decrease and manage back pain
• improve posture
• enhance circulation
• help control fluid retention, swelling & oedema
• help control blood pressure
• manage back and pelvic pain
• cope with fatigue
• prepare your body for labor
• assist weight management
• improve relaxation, mood and sleep.

Visit our main branch located along Lang'ata Road for more information.