Women's Health Physiotherapy

Specialist care for pregnancy, pelvic health, and every stage of a woman's life.

This page is for general information only — not medical advice. Always consult a qualified physiotherapist.

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Overview

What this care covers

Women's health physiotherapy covers the full spectrum of physical changes women experience — from pregnancy and childbirth to pelvic floor dysfunction, incontinence, and chronic pelvic pain. Your physiotherapist will assess your pelvic floor, core, and musculoskeletal system, then build a personalised programme that is safe and effective at every stage. Sessions are completely private and conducted at a pace that feels right for you.

Common conditions

Conditions treated

Pelvic Girdle PainPain in the pelvic joints during pregnancy, often affecting the pubic symphysis or sacroiliac joints.Low Back Pain in PregnancyLumbar and sacral pain caused by postural changes and hormonal loosening of ligaments during pregnancy.Diastasis RectiSeparation of the abdominal muscles during or after pregnancy affecting core strength.Postnatal Core WeaknessWeakness of the deep core and pelvic floor muscles following childbirth.Symphysis Pubis DysfunctionPainful instability of the pubic symphysis joint during pregnancy.Prenatal SwellingOedema in the legs and feet during pregnancy managed with gentle exercise and positioning.Urinary IncontinenceInvoluntary leakage of urine with activity (stress) or urgency, managed with pelvic floor rehabilitation.Pelvic Organ ProlapseDescent of pelvic organs due to weakened pelvic floor support structures.Chronic Pelvic PainPersistent pain in the lower abdomen or pelvis lasting more than 6 months.Painful Intercourse (Dyspareunia)Pain during or after sexual intercourse related to pelvic floor muscle dysfunction.VaginismusInvoluntary contraction of vaginal muscles making penetration painful or impossible.Faecal IncontinenceLoss of bowel control managed with pelvic floor strengthening and biofeedback.

Signs & symptoms

When to seek help

Pelvic or hip pain when walking or turning over in bed
Leaking urine when coughing, sneezing, or exercising
Feeling of heaviness or bulging in the vagina
Abdominal bulging or doming when getting up
Chronic lower abdominal or pelvic pain
Lower back ache that worsens through the day

Approach

How treatment is delivered

Pelvic floor muscle assessment and rehabilitation
Safe prenatal exercise programming by trimester
Postnatal rehabilitation and return to exercise
Bladder retraining programme
Manual therapy for pelvic pain
Biofeedback-assisted pelvic floor training
Diastasis recti recovery programme
Labour preparation and breathing techniques

Equipment used

Modalities & equipment

BiofeedbackElectrical muscle stimulation (EMS)TENS (safe in labour)Real-time ultrasound imagingSupport belts and bracingKinesio tapingHydrotherapy

Qualifications to look for

Relevant certifications

POGP (Pelvic Obstetric & Gynaecological Physiotherapy)Obstetric Physiotherapy (IAP)Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy (IAP)Biofeedback certification

Patient benefits

What better recovery looks like

Reduced pregnancy-related pain and discomfort

Restored bladder and bowel control

Faster postnatal recovery and return to exercise

Improved pelvic organ support and confidence

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