Women’s Health
26 Dec What is diastasis recti?
It might sound like a muscle in itself, however, diastasis recti is actually a condition where the outer abdominal muscles (rectus abdominus) separate, forming a gap. It may occur anywhere along the midline of these muscles. The condition is most commonly associated with pregnant women,...
03 Dec Unfortunately, there is no holidaying from maintaining pelvic health
It’s the holiday season again – time for a much-needed break, for a bit of fun and frivolity, and time for indulgence… Well, maybe not entirely. Although it is the holiday season, you would still be wise to continue taking care of your pelvic health.
20 Nov Weighing down – the pelvic floor benefits of weight loss
Did you know that the incidence of pelvic floor disorders in overweight individuals can be reduced or even prevented by losing a just a little bit of excess weight?
05 Nov A diet for pelvic health
The term diet generally refers to the kinds of food that an individual habitually eats. This is not necessarily for the purpose of weight loss, as it is now more commonly associated.
20 Oct Three surprising causes of incontinence
Three surprising causes of incontinence
According to the Continence Foundation of Australia over 5 million Australians are affected by bladder or bowel control problems. Many of those affected remain unaware that often, cases are preventable or treatable.
08 Oct Asthma and bladder leakage?
Asthma is not something you would commonly associate with bladder leakage. However, if you suffer from a chronic cough as a result of asthma, you may recognize the connection.
20 Sep Experiencing pain with sex and the pelvic region?
Like a lot of pain symptoms, pain within the pelvic region is difficult to see. It can also be difficult to diagnose, with many women suffering for years before finding help. It not only affects your day-to-day wellbeing, but also your intimate/sexual relationship. Common symptoms: Pain...
20 Aug Quick Relief from Mastitis
Mastitis is an inflammation of the breast, but it is not always due to a bacterial infection, so treatment with antibiotics is not necessarily appropriate. Your qualified physiotherapist may be better placed to treat your condition. Symptoms of mastitis in breastfeeding women may include breast pain, redness, swelling and flu-like symptoms. Many women self-treat using firm massage techniques and hot showers to try to decrease the pain – actions which can actually make mastitis worse!
06 Aug The role of physiotherapy pre-conception
Many changes occur within a mother’s body both during and after pregnancy, including changes to the muscles, ligaments and joints. To make the whole process easier it is important to seek assistance from a professional who can help women to manage and understand the changes...