Leaders in Physiotherapy and Physio-led Exercise
PRE & POST
NATAL CARE
Pre & Postnatal Care
At Inner Strength our Physiotherapists are experienced in pre and postnatal care and can assist with various musculoskeletal changes that occur during this time. We are equipped with a real time ultrasound machine which allows our physiotherapists to obtain an image to help guide your abdominal or pelvic floor contraction. We also provide therapeutic ultrasound treatment for mastitis, which can be an effective alternative to anti biotics.
Our Physiotherapists, Alannah and Caitlin, are experienced in doing a thorough pelvic floor assessment, and treating conditions ranging from incontinence or prolapse, to pelvic pain presentations.
The following conditions can be effectively treated by Physiotherapy techniques during pregnancy and/or postnatally:
- Low and mid back pain
- Pelvic Girdle Pain
- Rectus diastasis (abdominal separation +/- bulging)
- Mastitis (using therapeutic ultrasound)
- Weak or overactive pelvic floor muscles
It is safe to exercise during a healthy pregnancy and an assessment of risks should be undertaken to identify potential contraindications. Contraindications to exercise during pregnancy may include cardiovascular disease, poorly controlled asthma, poorly controlled diabetes, and bone or joint problems that may be made worse by physical activity. Exercise during pregnancy can help to reduce the risk of gestational diabetes, gestational hypertension, pre-eclampsia and mental health conditions such as depression.
We offer three types of Group Physio-led Exercise sessions for pre and post natal women:
- Group Physio: Using Clinical Pilates and other strengthening exercises within our studio, this class can cater for both pre and postnatal women.
- Mums & Bubs: Bring your baby in for a reformer or mat class using small pieces of equipment. Suitable from 6 weeks post natal, following clearance to exercise from your GP or obstetrician.
- Pre & Postnatal Group Physio: Similar to a group physio class, however this class is only for pregnant women and for up to 3 months postnatal (following clearance to exercise).
Check our class timetable here.
Inner Strength Bayside are stockists of SRC pregnancy and recovery shorts and leggings. These compression garments are specifically designed to provide continuous support and relief of pain during pregnancy, faster recovery after delivery, post-surgery and after exercise, by facilitating muscle healing.
What our clients say
Worth 5 stars. Great team here. Friendly inclusive and very professional.Front desk team Kym, John and Eve! Fun and very helpful.I have been training with Petra ( trainer) for 5months now.I had very weak knees, sore back and stiff shoulder.Petra mentioned a GLA-D program. Good Life with osteoArthritis: Denmark.I signed up. It was the perfect start. It’s been a great journey. I feeling so much stronger and stable. Moving so much easier, stronger knees and hips. Pain has reduced.Back walking with my daughter.Thank you Petra.! Pilates, just love it!Really enjoying your classes . 5🌟
Awesome 1st consult at Inner Strength with Alannah. Felt really heard and understood and as a result feel really confident in my treatment plan.
Inner Strength Bayside is amazing! The staff are so lovely, caring, and welcoming. Kym at reception is always cheerful and kind—she’s genuinely caring and often helps with my 11-week-old during the Mums & Bubs class, which makes a huge difference.The physiotherapists are incredibly knowledgeable. I see Caitlin for the Mums & Bubs sessions, and she makes sure my program is tailored to my stage of recovery. Even though there are four people in the class, it honestly feels like a one-on-one session. Everyone follows their own individual program, and the team tracks your progress each session, which really helps you stay on track. Caitlin even gives my baby cuddles if she’s unsettled—she’s so caring and hands-on!I’ve also seen Alannah for pelvic floor physio and found the appointment extremely thorough. She explained everything so clearly, and I left feeling confident and informed about why I needed to do specific exercises.This place is not only professional and knowledgeable but also warm and supportive. My baby and I always feel welcome and looked after. Highly recommend!
I’ve been seeing Luci for some back pain issues and it’s been great so far. Lovely reception staff and good location - lots of parking!
Wow - what a fabulous place woth amazing facilities. I saw Alannah, and I left feeling very cared for, understood and more educated as well. Highly recommend, I will be returning!
If you are after consistently exceptional care, look no further than Inner Strength Bayside. I wouldn't go anywhere else.
Amazing thorough very skilled physiosClinical Pilates classes are targeted to one’s needs. Improvement is evident from regular attendance. New studio is beautiful.The office manager/ reception / front of desk is warm and welcoming and went the extra mile 🙂
I don’t think I’ve ever felt so instantly comfortable going to an initial session, than I did with these lovely ladies! So incredibly welcoming, knowledgeable, clear, and I walked out feeling really positive and extremely happy with my experience. I’m 28 weeks pregnant and feel at ease knowing I’m going to be supported throughout the next few months and beyond.Thank you again Luci and team!
Excellent care. Looking at solutions to deal with a clicking jaw. Found Caitlin to be very thorough. Thank you for yoir expertise.
The mums and bubs classes that I have been attending at Inner Strength have been amazing. Tailored to my strengths, weaknesses and postnatal recovery. Highly recommended these classes!
Been going to Pilates Reformer classes for over 10 years. Keeps me flexible and pain free. Great caring physios that run the class and we always have fun each week.
I’ve been going to Inner Strength for a few years now. The physios do a fantastic job tailoring the small group reformer pilates sessions to what I need, which has helped me with back pain.I’ve also received many physio treatments over the years and it always helps.Thanks Luci, Caitlin and team.
I've been attending physio led pilates classes at Inner Strength for the last 8-9 years.Luci has developed a great program for me which she reviews and adjusts as I've improved.I also did the GLAD program for hip and knee arthritis and found that helped me greatly in managing my hip arthritis.They are a great team and I highly recommend them.Stephanie Clark
Great Clinical Pilates Studio. All the physiotherapists are extremely professional and treat everyone with respect at all times. I can have a private one on one class or join a group class. Do yourself a favour and join in. It's really enjoyable and great to be moving and strengthening my body.Looking forward to the new location in Cheltenham opening soon.Keep up the great work team.
We are extremely happy with the physio care and treatment provided by Luci to our daughter. Luci listened to her problem and tailored the treatment accordingly. We felt Luci understood the issues my daughter was having and worked to provide a solution to allow her to confidently continue her sporting activities. Luci was very caring, thorough and answered all our questions. We would happily recommend Luci and Inner Strength Bayside.
Worth 5 stars. Great team here. Friendly inclusive and very professional.Front desk team Kym, John and Eve! Fun and very helpful.I have been training with Petra ( trainer) for 5months now.I had very weak knees, sore back and stiff shoulder.Petra mentioned a GLA-D program. Good Life with osteoArthritis: Denmark.I signed up. It was the perfect start. It’s been a great journey. I feeling so much stronger and stable. Moving so much easier, stronger knees and hips. Pain has reduced.Back walking with my daughter.Thank you Petra.! Pilates, just love it!Really enjoying your classes . 5🌟
Awesome 1st consult at Inner Strength with Alannah. Felt really heard and understood and as a result feel really confident in my treatment plan.
Inner Strength Bayside is amazing! The staff are so lovely, caring, and welcoming. Kym at reception is always cheerful and kind—she’s genuinely caring and often helps with my 11-week-old during the Mums & Bubs class, which makes a huge difference.The physiotherapists are incredibly knowledgeable. I see Caitlin for the Mums & Bubs sessions, and she makes sure my program is tailored to my stage of recovery. Even though there are four people in the class, it honestly feels like a one-on-one session. Everyone follows their own individual program, and the team tracks your progress each session, which really helps you stay on track. Caitlin even gives my baby cuddles if she’s unsettled—she’s so caring and hands-on!I’ve also seen Alannah for pelvic floor physio and found the appointment extremely thorough. She explained everything so clearly, and I left feeling confident and informed about why I needed to do specific exercises.This place is not only professional and knowledgeable but also warm and supportive. My baby and I always feel welcome and looked after. Highly recommend!
I’ve been seeing Luci for some back pain issues and it’s been great so far. Lovely reception staff and good location - lots of parking!
Wow - what a fabulous place woth amazing facilities. I saw Alannah, and I left feeling very cared for, understood and more educated as well. Highly recommend, I will be returning!
If you are after consistently exceptional care, look no further than Inner Strength Bayside. I wouldn't go anywhere else.
Amazing thorough very skilled physiosClinical Pilates classes are targeted to one’s needs. Improvement is evident from regular attendance. New studio is beautiful.The office manager/ reception / front of desk is warm and welcoming and went the extra mile 🙂
I don’t think I’ve ever felt so instantly comfortable going to an initial session, than I did with these lovely ladies! So incredibly welcoming, knowledgeable, clear, and I walked out feeling really positive and extremely happy with my experience. I’m 28 weeks pregnant and feel at ease knowing I’m going to be supported throughout the next few months and beyond.Thank you again Luci and team!
Excellent care. Looking at solutions to deal with a clicking jaw. Found Caitlin to be very thorough. Thank you for yoir expertise.
The mums and bubs classes that I have been attending at Inner Strength have been amazing. Tailored to my strengths, weaknesses and postnatal recovery. Highly recommended these classes!
Been going to Pilates Reformer classes for over 10 years. Keeps me flexible and pain free. Great caring physios that run the class and we always have fun each week.
I’ve been going to Inner Strength for a few years now. The physios do a fantastic job tailoring the small group reformer pilates sessions to what I need, which has helped me with back pain.I’ve also received many physio treatments over the years and it always helps.Thanks Luci, Caitlin and team.
I've been attending physio led pilates classes at Inner Strength for the last 8-9 years.Luci has developed a great program for me which she reviews and adjusts as I've improved.I also did the GLAD program for hip and knee arthritis and found that helped me greatly in managing my hip arthritis.They are a great team and I highly recommend them.Stephanie Clark
Great Clinical Pilates Studio. All the physiotherapists are extremely professional and treat everyone with respect at all times. I can have a private one on one class or join a group class. Do yourself a favour and join in. It's really enjoyable and great to be moving and strengthening my body.Looking forward to the new location in Cheltenham opening soon.Keep up the great work team.
We are extremely happy with the physio care and treatment provided by Luci to our daughter. Luci listened to her problem and tailored the treatment accordingly. We felt Luci understood the issues my daughter was having and worked to provide a solution to allow her to confidently continue her sporting activities. Luci was very caring, thorough and answered all our questions. We would happily recommend Luci and Inner Strength Bayside.
