What we treat
Physiotherapy can help you with so much more than you think:
A pelvic floor physiotherapist can help you prepare your body for pregnancy, manage discomfort, and learn essential techniques for labour and postpartum recovery. As your baby grows, your pelvic floor muscles need to be strong enough to support the extra weight yet flexible enough to relax during childbirth. Physiotherapy can help you master these muscle control techniques, reducing the risk of bladder leakage and aiding in a smoother recovery after birth.
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In addition to pelvic floor training, physiotherapy supports labour preparation through relaxation techniques and perineal massage. Many women unintentionally contract their pelvic floor when trying to push, which can slow down labour. Physiotherapists provide personalised coaching to help you push effectively, making delivery easier. From 34 weeks, perineal massage has also been shown to reduce the risk of severe tearing, lower the chance of needing an episiotomy, and improve postpartum healing.
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Pregnancy-related pain, including pelvic girdle pain, rib pain, coccyx pain, and back pain, is also common, but physiotherapy can provide relief. A full assessment allows for targeted treatment, which may include manual therapy, exercises, stretches, and support aids. Finally, staying active is key to a healthy pregnancy, and physiotherapist-led exercise programs offer safe and effective workouts to improve strength, flexibility, and endurance, reducing the risk of complications and making labour easier. With expert guidance, physiotherapy helps you feel strong, supported, and confident throughout your pregnancy journey.
After childbirth, a woman’s body needs time and care to recover. Our Postnatal Body Check, available from six weeks postpartum, provides a thorough screening assessment and treatment plan tailored to your recovery after vaginal or c-section delivery. This may include pelvic floor muscle assessment and rehabilitation to restore strength and function, real time ultrasound for biofeedback of the pelvic floor as well as abdominal muscle strengthening and diastasis recti management to support core stability. Our physiotherapists also focus on posture and movement retraining, helping new mothers adapt to the physical demands of caring for a baby.
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To address any discomfort, we offer manual therapy for musculoskeletal pain, targeting areas such as the back, pelvis, and hips. For those recovering from a caesarean section or perineal trauma, we provide scar management techniques to promote healing and reduce sensitivity. Additionally, our team offers electrotherapy using focussed shockwave or ultrasound on ladies who have blocked ducts, mastitis or engorgement which often occurs in the first six weeks post partam but can occur at any time. With expert guidance, our goal is to help women recover comfortably, regain confidence in their bodies, and prevent long-term complications.
Menopause brings significant hormonal changes that can impact a woman’s body in various ways, from pelvic health concerns to joint pain and reduced bone density. Women’s Health Physiotherapists provide expert support to help manage these changes, improving overall well-being and quality of life. One key focus is pelvic floor health, as declining oestrogen levels can weaken these muscles, leading to bladder or bowel urgency or leakage, vaginal discomfort, sexual dysfunction and prolapse symptoms. Physiotherapy can help by strengthening and retraining the pelvic floor, reducing symptoms and restoring confidence in daily activities.
Beyond pelvic health, physiotherapists also assist with joint and muscle pain, postural changes, and bone health. With menopause increasing the risk of osteoporosis, tailored exercise programs—including strength training, weight-bearing activities, and mobility exercises—help maintain bone density, reduce stiffness, and prevent fractures.
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Physiotherapy can also address menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes and sleep disturbances through relaxation techniques and breathwork. By providing personalized care, education, and hands-on treatment, Women’s Health Physiotherapists empower women to navigate menopause with strength and confidence.
Bladder incontinence, whether it’s increased urgency, stress (e.g. from coughing, sneezing or running) incontinence, or a combination of both, is a common yet treatable condition that can significantly impact daily life.
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Women’s Health Physiotherapists specialise in pelvic floor muscle training, helping to strengthen and retrain these muscles to provide better bladder control. Through a tailored program of exercises, bladder retraining techniques, and lifestyle advice, physiotherapy can reduce leaks, improve urgency symptoms, and restore confidence in everyday activities.
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Hands-on treatments, biofeedback, and ultrasound assessments may also be used to ensure the pelvic floor is functioning optimally, empowering women to regain control over their bladder health.
Bowel incontinence, including accidental leakage of faeces or wind or difficulty controlling bowel movements, can be distressing and affect quality of life. Women’s Health Physiotherapists provide specialised pelvic floor rehabilitation to strengthen the muscles responsible for bowel control, improving coordination and support.
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Treatment may include biofeedback training, dietary and toileting advice, abdominal muscle strengthening, and manual therapy to address contributing factors such as pelvic floor dysfunction or chronic constipation. By taking a holistic and compassionate approach, physiotherapy helps women regain confidence and control, ensuring long-term bowel health and function.
Pelvic pain can be caused by a variety of conditions, including pelvic floor dysfunction, endometriosis, painful intercourse (dyspareunia), or musculoskeletal imbalances. Women’s Health Physiotherapists provide a holistic approach to pain relief, addressing the root cause through tailored treatment plans.
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Physiotherapy may include pelvic floor muscle relaxation techniques, manual therapy to release tight or overactive muscles, posture and movement retraining, and exercises to improve core stability. Techniques such as myofascial release, trigger point therapy, and breathwork can also help alleviate tension and reduce pain. By restoring balance and function in the pelvic region, physiotherapy offers long-term relief, helping women move comfortably and regain confidence in their bodies.
Women’s Health Physiotherapy offers a comprehensive approach to managing pelvic organ prolapse. Our experienced physiotherapists assess your condition through specialised subjective questioning, real time ultrasound and if appropriate vaginal examinations to develop individualised treatment plans that include targeted pelvic floor muscle training, manual therapy, and posture retraining. By strengthening the muscles that support the pelvic organs and advising on lifestyle modifications, we help alleviate discomfort, improve bladder and bowel function, and enhance overall pelvic stability—empowering you to manage symptoms and improve your quality of life.
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In addition to physiotherapy, we provide a bespoke pessary service as a non-surgical option for managing pelvic organ prolapse. Our specialized service involves a personalized fitting process tailored to your unique anatomy, ensuring that the pessary offers optimal support and comfort. Conducted by our experienced professionals, the service includes comprehensive follow-up care and adjustments as needed, so you receive continuous, effective symptom management in a supportive, patient-centred environment.
Endometriosis often brings chronic pain and discomfort that can impact your daily life. At our clinic, we offer a personalised physiotherapy approach that targets the unique challenges associated with endometriosis. Our team carefully assesses areas of muscle tension and imbalance that may be intensifying your symptoms, then uses gentle manual therapies, targeted myofascial release, and custom exercise programs to alleviate tightness and ease discomfort.
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Your Women’s Health Specialist will also focus on posture correction and relaxation techniques to enhance pelvic mobility and overall function. This comprehensive, tailored approach not only aims to relieve your immediate pain but also supports long-term management, helping you navigate endometriosis with greater comfort and improved quality of life.
Women’s Health Physiotherapy plays a vital role in both pre- and post-surgery rehabilitation for gynaecological procedures. Prior to surgery, our team works with you to optimise pelvic floor strength, enhance core stability, and educate on movement strategies to minimize risks and promote better surgical outcomes. We can also assess your base line strength and endurance.
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Following surgery, we tailor rehabilitation programs to restore strength and mobility of the pelvic floor, reduce pain, and support the healing process through gentle manual therapy, targeted exercises, and scar management techniques. This comprehensive approach not only helps you recover faster but also empowers you to regain functional health and return to your daily activities and hobbies with renewed confidence and comfort.
Mastitis and blocked ducts can be challenging issues in the postpartum period. Women’s Health Physiotherapy offers targeted support by using therapeutic ultrasound or focussed shockwave, taping, gentle manual techniques, soft tissue mobilization to enhance lymphatic drainage and improve milk flow.
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Our physiotherapists provide personalised advice on optimal breastfeeding positions and self-care strategies such as warm compresses and gentle massage, which help reduce inflammation, relieve pain, and clear blockages. This holistic approach not only supports the healing process but also empowers mothers to continue breastfeeding comfortably, ensuring both physical recovery and ongoing nourishment.