Serving Five Dock · 3.2km from Ashfield
Postnatal Care in Five Dock
Pro Health Clinic — Ashfield's multidisciplinary health clinic, accessible from Five Dock via 490 bus via Parramatta Road, or 9 min by car.
Postnatal Care for Five Dock Residents
Five Dock's community of active families, Bay Run regulars, and established residents creates a distinctive patient demographic that values both acute injury management and long-term wellness maintenance. Pro Health Clinic in Ashfield is accessible from Five Dock by car or bus in under 10 minutes — making it the most convenient full-service multidisciplinary clinic for much of Five Dock's population.
Our Approach to Postnatal Care
The postnatal period is a critical time for musculoskeletal recovery — the body is adapting to significant hormonal and structural changes, pelvic floor function is recovering, and the physical demands of caring for a newborn (feeding, carrying, sleep deprivation) create new musculoskeletal stresses. Pro Health Clinic provides comprehensive postnatal musculoskeletal care to support recovery and return to full function after birth.
Postnatal care at Pro Health Clinic covers a range of presentations — from immediate post-birth recovery and diastasis recti assessment through to return to sport and exercise rehabilitation. Our practitioners will assess your recovery, identify any musculoskeletal or pelvic floor concerns, and provide a structured program to support your return to normal function at your own pace.
What We Treat
- Postnatal lower back and pelvic pain management
- Diastasis recti assessment and rehabilitation
- Pelvic floor recovery and return-to-exercise guidance
- Wrist and hand pain from feeding and carrying (De Quervain's tenosynovitis)
- Neck and shoulder pain from feeding postures
- Return-to-sport programs post-partum
What to Expect at Your First Appointment
Your postnatal consultation covers your birth history, current musculoskeletal complaints, and your goals — whether that's managing day-to-day pain, returning to exercise, or preparing for another pregnancy. Assessment may include pelvic floor function screening, abdominal assessment, and musculoskeletal examination of any symptomatic areas. Babies are welcome at appointments.
Getting to Pro Health Clinic from Five Dock
From Five Dock, drive along Great North Road to Parramatta Road, then turn toward Ashfield — approximately 9 minutes. The 490 bus on Parramatta Road also connects Five Dock to Ashfield directly.
Pro Health Clinic
Shop 4, 2A Brown Street, Ashfield NSW 2131
02 8721 6534 · Open 7 days
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Multidisciplinary Under One Roof
Chiropractic, physiotherapy, remedial massage, dry needling, shockwave, and laser therapy — all coordinated in one clinic, with practitioners who communicate about your care.
Open 7 Days
Mon–Thu 8am–7:30pm · Fri 8am–6pm · Sat 8am–7pm · Sun 8am–1pm. Evening and weekend appointments available to fit around work and family.
All Health Funds Accepted
HICAPS on-site for on-the-spot claiming with all major private health insurers. Medicare EPC, DVA, and workers compensation referrals also accepted.
5.0 Star Google Rating
Over 350 verified patient reviews on Google with a 5.0 average rating. Our reputation in the Inner West is built on clinical outcomes, not marketing.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Pro Health Clinic from Five Dock?
Pro Health Clinic is approximately 3.2km from Five Dock — a 9-minute drive via Great North Road and Parramatta Road, or a short bus journey on the 490 route.
Do you treat Five Dock patients?
Yes — we regularly see patients from Five Dock for chiropractic, physiotherapy, sports injury management, and remedial massage. Five Dock is well within our primary service area.
When can I start treatment after giving birth near Five Dock?
A postnatal musculoskeletal assessment can be conducted from 6 weeks post-partum for vaginal delivery and from 8 weeks for caesarean section, or earlier if you have significant pain requiring management. Pelvic floor assessment can be undertaken at 6 weeks. Your practitioner will tailor the assessment and treatment to your recovery stage.
What is diastasis recti and how is it treated near Five Dock?
Diastasis recti is the separation of the rectus abdominis muscle at the linea alba — common after pregnancy. It is assessed by measuring the width and depth of the gap at rest and under load. Mild-to-moderate diastasis responds well to specific core rehabilitation. Severe cases may require specialist review. Early assessment allows appropriate management before the separation becomes established.
Can I bring my baby to my appointment near Five Dock?
Yes — babies are welcome at Pro Health Clinic appointments. We understand that childcare during the postnatal period can be difficult to arrange. Let us know when booking if you'll be bringing your baby so your practitioner can allow appropriate time and space.
Who You'll See for Postnatal Care
Appointments are 1-on-1 at our Ashfield clinic, 3.2km from Five Dock — here's who you'll be seeing. You can request a practitioner by name when you book.
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Serving Five Dock and all Inner West Sydney suburbs from our Ashfield clinic.