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Women’s Health Physiotherapy

Women’s Health Physiotherapy provides specialist assessment, treatment and support for women at every stage of life. Care is individualised, evidence-based and delivered in a safe, supportive environment, with a focus on restoring comfort, function and confidence.

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Pregnancy Physiotherapy

Physiotherapy during pregnancy helps support your changing body, manage pain and discomfort, and prepare you physically and mentally for birth.

Pregnancy Assessment & Pain Management

Support includes:

• Guidance on safe and effective exercise during pregnancy

• Management of pelvic girdle pain (PGP) and lower back pain

• Treatment for sciatica, hip pain, rib pain, tailbone pain and symphysis pubis pain

• Postural education to reduce strain during daily activities

• Support for swelling, circulation issues and varicose veins

• Advice and treatment for pregnancy-related carpal tunnel syndrome

• Education on safe movement strategies for work, sleep and daily life

Birth Preparation Physiotherapy

(Vaginal Birth & Caesarean Section)

Birth preparation physiotherapy helps you feel informed, confident and physically prepared for labour and birth, whether vaginal or caesarean.

This includes:

• Guidance on maintaining a healthy and appropriate activity level during pregnancy

• Breathing techniques to support relaxation, labour and pain management

• Education on active and vertical labour positions to optimise comfort and mobility

• Pelvic floor preparation for labour, focusing on both strength and relaxation

• Instruction in perineal massage to support tissue flexibility and reduce perineal trauma

• Advice on posture and movement during early labour

• Preparation for planned or emergency caesarean birth, including breathing, positioning and early recovery strategies

Pelvic Floor & Core Preparation During Pregnancy

Support includes:

• Assessment of pelvic floor muscle function

• Guidance on appropriate pelvic floor exercises (Kegels) when indicated

• Techniques to improve pelvic floor relaxation and coordination

• Safe core and abdominal exercises

• Education on posture, lifting and functional movement

 

Postnatal Physiotherapy

Postnatal physiotherapy supports recovery following vaginal or caesarean birth and helps you return safely to daily activities and exercise.

Support includes:

• Assessment and rehabilitation of diastasis recti (abdominal separation)

• Pelvic floor rehabilitation

• Core strength and stability retraining

• Management of pelvic, hip and lower back pain

• Scar therapy following caesarean section, episiotomy or vaginal tears

• Guidance for safe return to exercise and sport

Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation

Pelvic floor physiotherapy addresses symptoms affecting bladder, bowel, sexual and pelvic health.

This includes:

• Comprehensive pelvic floor assessment

• Treatment of weak, overactive or poorly coordinated pelvic floor muscles

• Pelvic floor strengthening programmes

• Relaxation and down-training techniques

• Biofeedback and electrical stimulation where clinically appropriate

• Education on posture, breathing and toileting habits

 

Bladder & Urinary Health

Confidential assessment and treatment for bladder conditions, including:

• Stress urinary incontinence

• Urge incontinence and urgency

• Mixed urinary incontinence

• Overactive bladder

• Increased urinary frequency

• Nocturia (night-time urination)

• Incomplete bladder emptying

• Bladder pain syndrome

• Pregnancy-, postnatal- and menopause-related bladder changes

Treatment may include bladder retraining, pelvic floor rehabilitation and education on lifestyle and behavioural strategies.

Bowel Health & Constipation

Support includes:

• Management of constipation

• Difficulty emptying the bowels

• Faecal incontinence

• Education on bowel habits, posture and toileting techniques

• Pelvic floor strategies to improve bowel function

 

Pelvic Pain & Complex Gynaecological Conditions

Pelvic pain can be complex and persistent, requiring a holistic and individualised approach.

I assess and treat:

• Chronic pelvic pain

• Vulvodynia

• Dyspareunia (painful intercourse)

• Endometriosis-related pain

• Pelvic floor muscle spasm and tension

• Coccyx (tailbone) pain

• Pain with tampon use or internal examinations

• Post-surgical and postnatal pelvic pain

Treatment may include:

• Detailed assessment of musculoskeletal, pelvic floor and lifestyle factors

• Manual therapy for pain relief

• Individualised exercise and rehabilitation programmes

• Education on pain management and nervous system regulation

 

Pelvic Organ Prolapse Rehabilitation

Physiotherapy can help manage prolapse symptoms and improve quality of life.

Support includes:

• Comprehensive prolapse assessment

• Tailored pelvic floor exercise programmes

• Advice on safe lifting, movement and exercise

• Lifestyle strategies to reduce symptom progression

• Support during pregnancy, postnatal recovery and menopause

 

Menopause Support

Menopause is a natural stage of life that can bring changes in hormones, musculoskeletal function, pelvic health, and overall well-being. Physiotherapy can support you through these changes, helping you maintain strength, mobility, and quality of life.

Conditions and Symptoms I Treat:

• Pelvic floor changes: Weakness or overactivity leading to urinary incontinence, urgency, or prolapse

• Bladder or bowel symptoms: Increased frequency, urgency, constipation, or difficulty emptying

• Pelvic pain or discomfort: Chronic pelvic pain, dyspareunia (painful intercourse), pelvic floor tension

• Musculoskeletal changes: Joint stiffness, low back pain, hip or pelvic pain, postural changes

• Bone and joint health: Support for osteoporosis-related changes and exercise guidance to maintain bone density

• Sleep and fatigue issues: Exercise and lifestyle strategies to improve energy and quality of life

• Weight management and fitness support: Personalised strength, stability, and cardiovascular exercise programs

How Physiotherapy Can Help:

• Pelvic floor assessment and rehabilitation for incontinence or prolapse

• Bladder and bowel training to improve function and comfort

• Exercise programs targeting core stability, strength, balance, and posture

• Manual therapy and stretching to relieve musculoskeletal pain and stiffness

• Education and lifestyle guidance to manage menopause symptoms and optimise daily function

Menopause physiotherapy is tailored to your specific symptoms and lifestyle, helping you maintain confidence, mobility, and independence during this transition.

 

Scar Therapy & Post-Surgical Rehabilitation

Scar tissue can affect movement, pain and pelvic function. Physiotherapy can improve scar mobility and comfort.

Scar therapy includes treatment for:

• Caesarean section scars

• Vaginal tears and episiotomy scars

• Hysterectomy scars

• Laparoscopic (keyhole) surgery scars

• Breast surgery scars, including post-breast cancer surgery

Treatment may include:

• Scar assessment and hands-on therapy

• Techniques to improve tissue mobility and sensitivity

• Education on self-management and scar care

• Rehabilitation to restore strength, posture and function

 

Exercise Programmes for Women’s Health

Exercise programmes are personalised and adapted to each life stage.

These may include:

• Strength and conditioning programmes

• Cardiovascular exercise guidance

• Core stability training

• Pilates- and yoga-based rehabilitation

• Programmes for pregnancy, postnatal recovery and menopause

 

Preconception & Fertility Support

Physiotherapy can support women preparing for pregnancy by optimising physical health.

Support includes:

• Management of pelvic and musculoskeletal concerns linked to fertility

• Pelvic floor and core preparation

• Guidance on exercise and lifestyle factors

 

Menstrual Health Support

Support includes:

• Management of menstrual-related pelvic or lower back pain

• Support for symptoms associated with endometriosis

• Education on the impact of the menstrual cycle on movement and exercise

 

Education, Support & Emotional Well-Being

I provide:

• One-to-one education and reassurance

• Clear explanations to empower self-management

• Support for emotional well-being alongside physical recovery

 

Specialist Techniques

Where appropriate, treatment may include:

• Biofeedback and electrical stimulation

• Manual therapy

• Pilates-based rehabilitation

• Breathing and relaxation techniques

 

Collaborative Care

I work closely with:

• Pilates Instructors

• Aquanatal Instructor

• Gynaecologists

• GPs and healthcare professionals

Ensuring coordinated, comprehensive care.

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Baby & Infant Physiotherapy

Baby and infant physiotherapy supports your baby’s comfort, posture and movement development from the early weeks through infancy. Care is gentle, baby-led and supportive for both baby and parent.

Conditions Treated

I assess and treat:

• Plagiocephaly (flattened head shape)

• Torticollis (tight neck muscles)

• Head and body asymmetry

• High or low muscle tone

• Delayed motor development milestones

• Postural preferences

• Tummy time difficulties

• Developmental concerns following premature birth or complex delivery

Feeding, Carrying & Handling Support

Physiotherapy can support comfortable feeding and handling while promoting healthy posture and development.

This includes:

• Advice on positioning for breastfeeding

• Support with bottle-feeding positions

• Feeding strategies for babies with reflux, torticollis or head shape concerns

• Guidance on safe and supportive carrying positions

• Advice on baby wearing and sling positioning

• Handling techniques to encourage symmetrical movement

Motor Development Support

Support includes:

• Assessment of gross motor development

• Guidance on tummy time and floor play

• Support for rolling, sitting, crawling and early standing

• Play-based activities to encourage movement skills

• Early intervention for developmental delays

Treatment & Ongoing Support

Treatment may include:

• Gentle, hands-on physiotherapy techniques

• Individualised positioning and handling advice

• Home exercise and play programmes

• Monitoring progress over time

• Education, reassurance and ongoing support for parents and carers