Women’s Health
We support women to strengthen their bodies through all stages of life
Pregnancy, childbirth and motherhood places huge demands on women's body and creates many changes that can remain throughout life.
At West Ryde Physiotherapy, we understand the challenges and issues of women’s health.
Our women's health physiotherapy provides solutions to changes and problems that can arise over the childbearing years.
If you are experiencing…
Urinary and faecal incontinence
Bladder/bowel urgency
Anal sphincter injury
Weak or damaged pelvic floor
Overactive pelvic floor muscles
Pelvic organ prolapse
Painful sex
Abdominal separation (diastasis recti)
Internal pelvic pain, scars and adhesion
Back, hip and pelvic pain during pregnancy and after birth
We can help you get your strength and body control back.
How we can help
Sit down with one of our experienced female physiotherapists for a 1 hour consultation. It will involve:
Detailed history taking about pelvic floor habits
Internal examination to assess the pelvic floor muscles
Evaluation of a bladder diary and other lifestyle factors
After assessing your situation and needs, we will design a plan to improve your condition and strengthen your body in the long-term.
Early intervention is the key to preventing a small problem progressing to a bigger problem.
Don’t feel embarrassed
Your conditions happen to millions of women everywhere.
We’re women too and we understand.
You don’t need a doctor’s referral to see our physiotherapists.
Call us on 9809 3854 to book an appointment,
Rectus Abdominus Diastasis
This condition, often known as ‘mummy tummy’, occurs when the linea alba has been stretched, most often during pregnancy.
Careful assessment of your abdominal wall and muscle function will determine the best course of action for your abdominal separation.
SRC shorts are often the first line of approach, along with a specific exercise program. We have SRC shorts for sale at the clinic.
Our West Ryde physiotherapists can guide you through your return to exercise and active lifestyle.
Breastfeeding issues
Are you suffering from breastfeeding problems such as engorgement and mastitis?
Seek help as soon as you notice pain and swelling in one area of the breast. Remember that it is important to continue feeding your baby to help drain fully your breast.
Our experienced female physiotherapists can assist in relieving engorged breast tissues and blocked milk ducts using ultrasound therapy.
PELVIC FLOOR EDUCATION
As women health physiotherapists, we often receive many questions from my patients about what
exercises are safe and the most effective for managing their condition particularly relating to the
pelvic floor as this can be challenging for many women to manage and exercise well. When a
completing rehabilitation, we discuss with their personal trainers how their
recovery went and what their future exercise journey may need to take into consideration to ensure
they maintain their recovery.
However, we recognise the benefit of knowledgeable personal trainers who can continue working with women with pelvic dysfunctions.
We provide services and education to trainers also including:
- 1:1 mentoring and training
- Webinars and training sessions for you and your staff
- Consultation via phone, email or face to face regarding clients or conditions
Workshop:
During the Pelvic floor education workshop, you will:
Get invaluable information to help you understand different pelvic floor weakness and prolapse
learn about pelvic anatomy and pelvic floor loading
begin your journey towards pelvic floor safe exercise prescription
This 2.5 hour workshop is run by our Women’s Health Physio, face to face.
To learn more about our pelvic floor workshops and mentoring, contact us to book.