Women’s Health Physiotherapy

Don’t put up with something that you can change

We provide treatment options for:

• Pregnancy and postpartum concerns,
 including:
  • Pregnancy related pelvic pain (sacroiliac or pubic symphysis pain)
  • Post natal thoracic pain
  • Rectus diastasis
• Bladder and bowel concerns (incontinence, OAB/urge, constipation)
• Pelvic organ prolapse

What should you expect at a women’s health physiotherapy appointment?

The first appointment with any new patient is one hour in length and begins by documenting an extensive history of the patient and asking questions about what the problem is and what your goals are. Once the discussion is concluded, a physical examination is performed. This is different for everyone depending on the main problem, though can include:

• Posture and functional movement assessment
• Examination of the myofascial system
• Pelvic examination (internal and external), including:
  • Functional tone and activation of pelvic floor muscles and pelvic organ prolapse presence
  • Real time ultrasound of abdominal muscles or pelvic contents
  • Biofeedback assessment of pelvic floor function

Throughout the examination, your physiotherapist will explain the process and discuss what your treatment should focus on, as well as what the expectations are in order to work towards your goals of recovery.
To make an appointment call our reception staff on 07 3358 3915 or email info@thebodyrefinery.com.au. Be sure to request one of our women’s health physiotherapists.