Physiotherapy

What is pleurisy?

What is Pleurisy? Pleurisy is the agitation of the pleural surfaces through friction. Our lungs are covered by a close fitting, thin lining called the visceral pleural. A second thin lining, called the parietal pleura, covers the inner wall of our chest cavity. Between these 2 layers is a small amount of pleural fluid to reduce

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What is a perineal massage

What is a Perineal Massage? Perineal massage is a technique often used by the pregnant mother, or partner, to prep the pelvic floor for vaginal childbirth. It is the method of stretching and introducing pressure sensations to the perineum (birth passage usually stretched during the crowning stage of vaginal birth). The aim is to decrease

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