Gynaecology

Gynaecology

1/3 women suffer from a pelvic floor related issue at some stage in their lives. Commonly these issues are most problematic just after you have a baby or during the menopause however can occur at any stage of our lives. It has been shown that embarrassment is one of the biggest hurdles in Womens reaching out for help. Seeing a pelvic health physiotherapist has proven to be extremely successful in treating these conditions

  • Pelvic organ prolapse including cystocele, rectocele and uterine
  • Constipation or difficulty with fully emptying bowels
  • Urinary leakage with coughing, sneezing, jumping or exercise
  • Difficulty in holding or strong urgency associated with opening your bladder or bowels
  • Faecal incontinence
  • Difficulty controlling wind
  • Overactive bladder or painful bladder syndrome
  • Dysparunia (painful sex)
  • Menopausal symptoms
  • Endometriosis and pelvic pain
  • Post surgical rehabilitation (gynaecological, abdominal or breast)
  • Scar therapy for any abdominal or other scars

FAQs

What Gynaecological conditions can pelvic health physiotherapy help with?
I can asses and treat a wide range of gynaecological conditions including bladder and bowel dysfunction, urinary and faecal urgency, frequency and incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, pelvic pain and conditions such as endometriosis and gynaecological cancers and surgeries.
Can Physiotherapy help with painful sex?
Yes. Pelvic health physiotherapy can address muscle tension, scar tissue, sensitivity, fear and pain surrounding pain experienced with penetration.
Is treatment appropriate after gynaecological surgery?
Yes. I help many women recover safely and heal from surgeries including Abdominal and vaginal hysterectomy, repair surgeries for prolapse and incontinence, laparoscopies, abdominal wall reconstruction and hernia repairs.
How can pelvic floor physiotherapy help with my prolapse?
Online searches for the management of pelvic organ prolapse can often be confusing, conflicting and an area of great stress for many women. I aim to educate, fully assess, reassure and with expert guidance help you to effectively manage and understand your prolapse so you can return to all you love to do free from fear and anxiety. Treatments may include pelvic floor exercises, breath work, use of pessaries and global strength exercises.
Do you fit pessaries?
Yes. I fit the ring and cube pessary for those climates who are already under my care and keen to try as an option to manage symptoms.
Can pelvic physiotherapy help with my bladder leaking?
Yes. Pelvic Health physio can successfully assess and treat both urinary stress and urge bladder incontinence . A pelvic floor examination is usually suggested to determine technique, strength, function and tone ahead of creating an individualised treatment plan.
Will physiotherapy help my constipation?
Yes. Using various abdominal techniques to help with gut transit and mobility, alongside ideal breathing, toilet positioning and education, constipation can be very well managed and addressed with pelvic health physiotherapy.
Your comfort, dignity and consent are central to every appointment.  All assessments and treatments are discussed with you, you are always in control and I will tailor treatment to your individual needs.
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Contact Gemma

To ask any questions, book an appointment or to receive further information please email:

gemma@gpphysiotherapy.co.uk
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