We are still open Due to the recent updates in line with government restrictions Stage 4, we would like to reinforce that we remain open at this time. The new restrictions still allow you to leave your home to attend medical and/or health appointments, this includes Physiotherapy. Curfew restrictions for Melbourne For...
Dyspareunia is the term used for pain experienced with, during, or after sexual intercourse. It can occur before penetration, on penetration, during penetrative intercourse or be an ongoing pain afterwards. It can be felt deep inside the pelvis, or closer to the entrance of the vagina,...
COVID-19 CLINIC UPDATE In light of the recent changes to stage 3 restrictions from 11:59pm Wednesday the 9th of July **WE ARE STILL OPEN AND OPERATING AT NORMAL HOURS** Our staff continue to practice strict hygiene practice and socially distance. All our therapists now wear face masks. Clients...
Some interesting facts: The average urethral length in women is 4cm The average urethral length in men is 20cm This extra long length of the urethra in men, can be seen as an anatomical advantage – as more pressure is required to cause leakage. However - men...
Pelvic pain is extremely common – and can be extremely debilitating. There is lots of evidence it can be managed well conservatively. It is an evolving field, with more and more research coming out. However, many people do not seek help, often battling through, unaware...
Are you currently pregnant or have you had a baby recently? Firstly, congratulations! This is a beautiful time for you and your family but sometimes along with this beautiful little human coming into our lives you may start to also experience back, neck or rib pain. Lower...
The professional team of physiotherapists at Western Women's And Men's Health in Hoppers Crossing, support healthy eating plans and nutritional recipes to promote and encourage the health and well being of all our clients. Filled with nutritious ingredients, this baked sweet potato recipe from Move Nourish...
OVERVIEW At Western Women’s and Men’s Health near Werribee, we believe it is so important to stay on top of your pelvic floor health, including treating urinary incontinence. This is the unintentional loss of urine when outside pressure causes an already weakened bladder to leak urine. The outside pressure may be from a cough, laugh or from heavy lifting. According to Depend Underwear it is known to affect 13% of Australian men and up to 30% of men over the age of 70 years. The severity can range from a slight urge to feeling as though your bladder is full even after you have been to the toilet.