Pelvic Health Physiotherapy
Pelvic Health Physio is a specialised area of physiotherapy that assesses and treats conditions affecting the pelvic floor, abdominal muscles and general pelvic region.
Common conditions include incontinence, prolapse, vaginal pain, diastasis recti and overactive bladder.
Physiotherapy has been shown to be very effective in treating these conditions. Treatments often include education, pelvic floor muscle training, home exercises and vaginal pessaries.
Assessment and treatment is always individualized based on the needs of the woman.
Pregnancy/Postpartum
Looking after and understanding your body during pregnancy and postpartum is really important. Physio has been shown to be really effective in supporting women through pregnancy, improving birth outcomes and helping recovery.
The Pregnancy “WOF”
This is recommended around 20 weeks of pregnancy and looks at exercise through the pregnancy, pelvic floor function and preparing for birth.
The Birth Check In
This is recommended at 33-36 week of pregnancy to set up for birth and make early postpartum plans.
The Postpartum “WOF”
This is recommended around 6 weeks postpartum for a full physical check and plan to get you back to what you love. This is suitable for any mode of delivery.
If you are looking for some more general information on conditions, treatments or things you can do to support your own body, have a look at the information hub here.
Fees
Initial Appointment (Including Pregnancy and Postpartum "WOFs”)
Follow-up Appointment
Pelvic Health
$160
$80-105
ACC Maternal Birth Injury
(ACC claims can be lodged during your appointment as needed)
Initial Appointment
Follow-up Appointment
$105
$55
Common FAQs
Find answers to some of the most common ones, from what to expect at your first appointment to how we work. If you’re still unsure about something, we’re always happy to chat.
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For all women experiencing any concerns or symptoms associated with the pelvic region. Unfortunately, I do not treat men or kids.
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No referral is needed. If you do have any paperwork from another healthcare professional, it is helpful to bring it along.
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We start with a lot of talking about your history and the reason why you are here. Then a physical assessment. We put this all together to make a plan that is tailored to you.
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Somewhere between 2-6 is common for most women and these are spread out over a number of months.
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This assessment is looking directly at and often put a finger inside the vagina to assess the function of the pelvic floor muscles. Is should never be painful and is always guided by the patient. You also do not need one if you prefer not to.
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Yes absolutely, babies and kids are very welcome and there are toys and mats available.
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No, come as you are. Sometimes women like to write questions down to help them get the most out of the session.
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Yes, we can do appointments online or over the phone.
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Most pelvic health appointments are not covered by ACC unfortunately. However if you had a birth injury in a recent birth this may be covered by ACC. You can speak about and lodge a claim during your appointment.
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This is totally up to you. It is absolutely fine to have a vaginal exam when you are on your period. However if you prefer to reschedule, that is fine too.
Your next step
If you are looking for more information about your body, struggling with symptoms or just want to see where you are at, this is the place to start.