Women’s Health Physiotherapy
Your body tells a story, and sometimes, it needs a little extra support. Women’s health physiotherapy is here to help you move with confidence, manage changes, and feel more at home in your own body. Whether you’re navigating pregnancy, recovering after birth, or managing pelvic health concerns, our team is here with expertise, compassion and care.
You don’t need to put up with pain, leakage or uncertainty. Help is available, and it starts with a conversation. Book an appointment today and let’s work together towards a stronger, more confident you.
Common Women’s Health Conditions
Lower back/SIJ pain during prenancy
Pelvic Girdle Pain
Diastisis Recti recovery
Pelvic Floor Dysfunction
Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction
Pregnancy related musculoskeletal conditions
Urgency (urine or bowel)
Incontinence
Constipation
Pre/post surgery recovery
Sexual function (painful intercourse or vaginismus)
Endometriosis
Coccydynia
Postural Dysfunction
Pelvic Floor muscle and organ position assessment
Management of bladder conditions
Management of bowel conditions
Management of pelvic organ prolapse
Muscle Fatigue/Weakness
Abdominal Weakness
Joint Pain
Return to exercise
Return to intimacy
Overuse injuries such as carpal tunnel and De Quervain’s
How Can Women’s Health Physio help?
Women’s health physio is about more than exercises; it’s about understanding your body and giving you practical tools to improve comfort, strength and function. Some of the areas we can support include:
Pregnancy care – easing lower back or pelvic pain, preparing your body for birth, and guiding safe exercise.
Postnatal recovery – restoring core and pelvic floor strength, supporting C-section or perineal healing, and managing aches from feeding or lifting.
Pelvic health – treatment for incontinence, prolapse, pelvic pain, or bladder and bowel concerns.
Exercise guidance – safe, tailored movement plans to support every stage of life.
Every woman’s journey is different. Our role is to give you the knowledge, strategies and confidence to take charge of your health, whether that’s returning to running after birth, lifting your kids without discomfort, or simply feeling more in control of your body.
Why Choose Us?
We know that talking about pelvic health isn’t always easy, but you’ll find our approach is warm, respectful and judgement-free. You’ll be supported by physiotherapists with advanced training in women’s health who take the time to listen, understand your goals, and work with you on a plan that fits your lifestyle.
What to expect in a Women’s Health Consult
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Your first session is all about understanding you. We’ll start with a relaxed, private chat to get a clear picture of your concerns. We’ll ask about your symptoms, medical history, lifestyle, bladder and bowel habits, and your goals, so we can tailor your care from the very beginning. Your initial appointment will usually take around 60 minutes. Depending on how much there is to get through on your first session, the assessment may be completed on this day, or during your second appointment.
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From there, your physio will gently assess how your body moves and how it affects your pelvic health. This might include looking at:
Posture
Breathing
Core control
Assessments of your body as a whole, and around the pelvic area
If appropriate, we may offer an internal pelvic floor examination. This helps us understand how your pelvic floor muscles are working- how they activate, relax, and coordinate with the rest of your body. It allows us to assess your pelvic organ position, the health of your tissues, and locate any areas of discomfort.
This is only done with your full consent, and only if it’s relevant to your care. If that’s not something you’re comfortable with, that’s completely okay. You’re in control at every step, and your physiotherapist can discuss other assessment options if preferred.
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Once we’ve completed your assessment, we’ll work with you to create a treatment plan that’s completely tailored to your body, your goals and your lifestyle. This might include:
Education to help you better understand your symptoms
A personalised exercise program that could focus on both general movement and specific pelvic floor retraining
Internal manual therapy (such as soft tissue or trigger point release of pelvic floor muscles)
Musculoskeletal techniques like massage or joint mobilisation.
A safe return-to-exercise screening if you’re post-natal, or post-surgery
Pelvic health is deeply personal, but you never have to go through it alone. We’re here to support you with the right care, at the right time, every step of the way.
FAQs
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Yes, if you are comfortable to go ahead with your appointments whilst on your period, your appointment can go ahead as normal. If not, that’s okay too - you can reschedule your appointment to another time.
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Your first appointment will usually go for around 60 minutes. This allows us to get a comprehensive understanding of you and your concerns. Follow-up appointments are usually for 45 minutes or 30 minutes duration, depending on your needs.
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Yes! We understand that pelvic health can be a deeply personal, and for some it can be intimidating to attend an initial appointment alone. You are welcome to bring a support person to your appointment.
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Physiotherapy can be a wonderful tool to support you through your pregnancy, whether that’s pelvic floor training, management of pregnancy related pains, exercise, or birth preparation strategies. However, internal vaginal examinations are not completed until after your first trimester.
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Comfortable clothing is ideal. You may be asked to undress in order to perform an internal assessment if appropriate, but your privacy and comfort are always respected.
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Book a Women’s Health appointment at our West End clinic.