FISIOTERAPIA NA SAÚDE DA MULHER  INTERVENÇÕES NA GESTAÇÃO

Pregnancy is a period of intense physical and emotional changes for women, requiring special attention to their health and well-being. In this context, physical therapy stands out as an essential ally in the prevention and treatment of common gestational dysfunctions. This study aimed to identify the main benefits of physical therapy during pregnancy through an integrative literature review. Searches were conducted in the PubMed and Google Scholar databases using the descriptors “pregnancy” and “physical therapy.” The temporal cutoff was from 1999 to 2024, with articles written in Portuguese. After applying inclusion and exclusion criteria, 12 scientific studies were selected addressing physical therapy interventions for pregnant women’s health. The results showed that physical therapy significantly contributes to reducing lower back pain, improving posture and physical conditioning, strengthening the pelvic floor, preventing urinary incontinence, and preparing the body for childbirth and postpartum recovery. Physical therapy also demonstrated a positive impact on the quality of life and the physical and emotional well-being of pregnant women. It is concluded that physical therapy is an effective and safe resource during pregnancy and should be incorporated into prenatal care in an individualized and evidence-based manner.