Women's Health

Treating Women's health issues

What does women's health physiotherapy cover?

Caroline, our experienced women's health physiotherapist can treat the following conditions:

• Pelvic girdle pain both pre- and post-natal
• Assist with post-natal repair of diastasis recti which is the separation of the stomach muscles along the body's midline.
• Can help you return to sport safely after giving birth or assist athletes who may have a pelvic problem.
• Assess and treat urinary incontinence as well as pelvic organ prolapse.
• Treat patients with bowel problems after surgery.
• Treat complex pelvic pain problems where patients have been having many investigations without resolution.
• Investigate and treat patients who have been referred for sexual health problems including painful intercourse.

The Physio 1 to 1 Approach to Assessing Women's Pelvic Health problems

An initial women's health physiotherapy appointment lasts 60 minutes and is a highly confidential, supportive session focused entirely on your comfort.

We start with a thorough assessment to understand the issues you are facing and what the cause might be.

We’ll also chat about your medical background including pregnancies, births or surgeries, what type of symptoms you are experiencing for example pelvic pain, leakage or pressure, what makes them better or worse, and how they affect your daily life. We talk about your habits including your typical bowel and bladder routine as well as diet and hydration.This full picture helps us create a treatment plan that’s built around your unique needs.

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"I’ve been visiting George at Physio 1 to 1 for the last 6 months after a referral from my consultant and I have to say he has made huge improvements to a neck problem that I’d been putting up with for several years. More recently he has been helping me with a knee ailment which is also improving. I couldn’t recommend George more highly." 

Roy Axtell

The Physio 1 to 1 Approach Women's Health

Physical Examination

After our assessment we there will be a detailed physical examination to see how your whole body coordinates. This will usually involve checking:

Posture & Spine

How you stand, move and hold your pelvis.

Abdominal muscles

Checking for core strength or tummy separation (diastasis recti) especially if you are postnatal.

Hips and breathing

How your ribs, diaphragm and lower limbs move together.

Internal pelvic floor assessment

We will then offer an entirely optional internal examination to directly check muscle strength, tone and support. The physiotherapist can feel if your pelvic floor muscles are underachieve, overactive or have scar tissue.

Treatment plan

At the end of the session, your physiotherapist will explain their findings using models or diagrams. Together you will create a plan that may include:

• Custom exercises Tailored pelvic floor contractions or relaxation techniques.
• Lifestyle tweaks Modifications to your fluid intake, diet, exercise and activity habits.

Why Choose Physio 1 to 1 for Women's Health problems?

At Physio 1 to 1, you're in expert hands. Our physiotherapists are some of the most experienced in the area, treating pelvic pain and other women's health problems; successfully managing a wide range of cases, from common issues to more complex conditions.

We take pride in being a clinic that can handle both routine and challenging cases. Our team thrives on getting to the root of the problem, even when it's not immediately obvious. We create personalised treatment plans that are based on your specific symptoms, lifestyle, and goals.

What truly sets us apart is our commitment to long-term results.  We don’t just treat the pain, we provide you with the education, tools, and tailored exercises you need to prevent it from coming back.

Home Visits

At Physio 1 to 1, we understand that travelling to a clinic isn’t always possible or convenient. That’s why we offer home visits for clients in the local area who have mobility issues or simply prefer to receive physiotherapy in the comfort of their own home. Our experienced physiotherapists come directly to you — there's no need to worry about transport or logistics. Just relax and focus on your recovery while we bring the care to your doorstep.

Please contact us for further information.