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Recent News

Please click HERE to read an article from the June 2009 edition of Australian Family Physician about Pelvic Instability.

This article was sent to all GP's in Australia. This is an excellent article and will hopefully help in raising more awareness in regards to Pelvic Girdle Pain.

New Resources for Health Professionals and Women with Pelvic Instability - by the Association of Chartered Physiotherapists in Women's Health (UK). Including evidence based management guidelines for health professionals, and lots of great information. See:

http://www.acpwh.org.uk/docs/ACPWH-PGP_HP.pdf- for health professionals

http://www.acpwh.org.uk/docs/ACPWH-PGP_Pat.pdf - for patients

New Medicare rebates for pregnancy support counselling services - These services may be used to address any pregnancy related issues for which non-directive counselling is appropriate. They are directed to women with concerns about a current pregnancy or a pregnancy which occurred in the preceding 12 months. Up to three services per pregnancy can be provided by eligible practitioners. For more information about this funding, please see http://www.health.gov.au

Relieving Pelvic Pain During and After Pregnancy: How Women Can Heal Chronic Pelvic Instability

This is new book looking at pelvic instability by author Cecile Röst. The editorial review states: "Pregnancy weakens the ligaments that keep the pelvic bones together. If those weakened ligaments become overloaded or injured, it results in pelvic instability - pain around the joints that can be brief or last for years after the birth. In 1996, Cecile Röst, who suffered from this condition herself, devised a treatment program that is simple, home based, and proven..."

Support Meeting Dates for 2009

February 22nd - Jenny Hynes with Real Time Ultrasound
May 31st - Dr Atilla Danko
August 30th - AGM and General Discussion
October 25th - Kate McGillivray - Physiotherapist & Pilates Practitioner

Committee Meetings 2009

February 7th
April 26th
August 30th - AGM
October 25th

Disclaimer - This website is intended to offer information and support for women with Pelvic Girdle Pain/Pelvic Instability. It should not be used as a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek specific advice from your medical advisor. No liability is accepted for the accuracy of information in this website. PIA does not formally endorse any products or services listed on this website including sponsors. Please speak to your doctor and health care provider before undertaking any new treatment or exercise program.