Daily Archives: 26/11/2021

Physiotherapy for Pelvic or Vaginal Surgery

Physiotherapists also play an important role in assessing patients pre and post operatively prior to a number of gynaecological surgeries including continence procedures, prolapse surgery and hysterectomy. Did you know? Hysterectomy is the most common female surgery Up to 1 in 5 women will have surgery for prolapse or incontinence in their lifetime The recovery…

How do I do the pelvic floor exercises correctly?

Firstly it’s important to understand that pelvic floor exercises, also known as kegels, are not recommended for everyone, and in fact can make certain conditions worse. Women can develop overactive, tight and/or tender pelvic floor muscles, especially if they experience pelvic pain which may or may not relate to painful periods, pain with intimacy and…