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A hands-on therapy focusing on the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of mechanical disorders of the musculoskeletal system.
A specialised area of physiotherapy focused on treating conditions related to the pelvic floor muscles, bladder, bowel, and pelvic organs.
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The muscles of the pelvic floor form a fundamental part of our musculoskeletal system. They provide support for our pelvic organs, helping to keep them in the correct place. They are integral in maintaining continence of both urine and faeces, they aid us during childbirth and they also have an important role in sexual function.
Pelvic floor dysfunction can lead to many distressing issues that can be helped significantly by targeted exercises. These might be strengthening exercisers or exercises aimed more at relaxation depending on what the underlying issues are. Alongside this, treatment might also include advice on lifestyle modification and specific strategies and modalities to help improve symptoms further.
Per session (45-60 minutes)
Book this appointment if it is your first visit to see our Physiotherapist. Includes history, physical examination, report of findings and treatment (if deemed clinically appropriate).
Per session (30-minutes)
For patients who have already attended the longer New Patient Physiotherapy Consultation.
Leaking when you laugh, cough or sneeze, for example
The feeling of constantly needing to empty your bladder or bowel, often accompanied by not making it to the toilet in time and having an accident
The feeling of heaviness or dragging within the vagina which can lead to problems emptying bowels or with intercourse
For new mums and not-so-new mums who still need support with their recovery and pelvic health
This specific appointment is designed for any mother no matter how long ago you had your baby (as long as you are at least 6 weeks post-natal). It is designed to educate you on the recovery process following pregnancy and childbirth and provide you with practical advice on the next step whatever type of delivery you had. Optimal recovery is vital in allowing you to return to activities which are important to you and reduce the risk of any long-term problems associated with your pelvic floor.
Postnatal Mum appointments will include:
Due to the confidential and sensitive nature of pelvic health assessments they will be conducted in a safe and private environment at the clinic. A thorough history will be taken of your symptoms, overall health and lifestyle. Most patients will be offered an internal examination to assess the tissues and pelvic floor for strength, tension or any discomfort or dysfunction.
If you have any further questions about this then please don’t hesitate to contact our physiotherapist in advance.
Treatments include education, lifestyle changes, bladder training, pelvic floor exercises, external and internal manual therapy, EMG biofeedback, electrical stimulation and relaxation and breathing techniques alongside support on returning to activity/exercise post-surgery or pregnancy and advice on vaginal pessaries.
I graduated from Southampton University in 2003 with a degree in Physiotherapy. Since then, I have worked both privately and for the NHS, including team lead for the Pelvic Health Department for East Sussex Healthcare Trust. I currently work as an Advanced Practice Physiotherapist for East Sussex MSK Community Partnership.
“My interests lie in both Musculoskeletal and Pelvic Health Physiotherapy. Since graduating, I have completed the AACP Foundation Course in Acupuncture, along with all of my POGP postgraduate courses in Pelvic Health. I am committed to maintaining and expanding my clinical knowledge through continued professional development.
I am driven in my role as a Physiotherapist to provide an autonomous approach to treatment. With this in mind, I am always careful to treat everyone as an individual and listen carefully to my client’s needs. My treatments are goal led with a focus on reducing pain and maximizing function long term by finding the root cause of the problem.
I am registered with the HCPC (PH65747) and I am a member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapists.
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