pelvic floor physio Tag

13 Apr Pelvic Floor Changes in Menopause: What’s Normal and What’s Treatable

Posted at 09:00h in General Health, Incontenience, menopause, pelvic floor, Pelvic Pain, Relaxation Breathing pelvic floor, Women's Health by sthompson@hoppersphysio.com.au

Menopause is a natural life stage, but the physical changes it brings can feel unexpected, especially when they affect bladder, bowel, or pelvic comfort. Many women notice pelvic floor changes in menopause or perimenopause, even if they had no issues earlier in life. ...

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31 Mar Transgender Healthcare Matters: The Role of Pelvic Health Physiotherapy

Posted at 09:00h in Men's Health, transgender, Women's Health by WWMH

March 31 marks International Transgender Day of Visibility, a day that celebrates transgender and gender diverse individuals while also raising awareness about the barriers many still face in accessing safe and respectful healthcare. Visibility is not only about recognition; it is also about improving understanding, education,...

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09 Mar What Is Endometriosis & How Can You Manage It?

Posted at 09:00h in Pelvic Pain by sthompson@hoppersphysio.com.au

March is Endometriosis Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness about a condition affecting 1 in 9 women in Australia.  If your period pain feels overwhelming, if intercourse is painful, or if you experience ongoing pelvic pain, bowel or bladder discomfort it is not “just bad periods.” ...

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19 Jan Birth Prep 101: Training Your Pelvic Floor for the Big Day 

Posted at 09:00h in birth class, Pregnancy, Women's Health by sthompson@hoppersphysio.com.au

At Western Women’s Health, our pelvic floor physiotherapists provide personalised birth preparation to support pelvic floor function and help you feel informed for labour and beyond...

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17 Dec Hard Flaccid Syndrome: A Pelvic Condition Men Don’t Talk About and How Physiotherapy Can Help!

Posted at 09:00h in Erectile Dysfunction by sthompson@hoppersphysio.com.au

Hard Flaccid Syndrome (HFS) is a little-known but deeply distressing condition affecting men’s pelvic and sexual health. Despite growing awareness, many men feel confused, isolated, or even frightened by their symptoms and can often wonder if something is “permanently damaged” or if their sexual function...

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10 Nov Tummy Tuck Recovery: Why Lymphatic Drainage Matters

Posted at 09:00h in General Health, pelvic floor, Women's Health by sthompson@hoppersphysio.com.au

If you’ve recently had a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty), you’re likely familiar with the initial tightness, swelling, and changes in how your body feels. While the surgery can be transformative, recovery takes time, and post-op swelling or discomfort can last longer than expected. This is where...

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15 Sep Healthy Toileting Habits for Optimal Bladder and Bowel Function

Posted at 09:00h in Bed Wetting, Paediatric Physio, Paediatric Toilet training, pelvic floor by sthompson@hoppersphysio.com.au

Did you know that the way children are taught to use the toilet can have a lasting impact on their bladder and bowel health? The healthy toileting habits they develop during their early years—how and when they go to the toilet, and how they position...

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11 Aug Stress urinary incontinence in girls: Causes and how physiotherapy can help

Posted at 09:00h in General Health, pelvic floor, Relaxation Breathing pelvic floor, Women's Health by sthompson@hoppersphysio.com.au

It’s a problem that’s rarely talked about—teenage girls leaking urine during sports, running, or even laughing. While we often associate bladder leaks with pregnancy or aging, stress urinary incontinence (SUI) can affect young, active girls too.  SUI happens when there’s increased pressure on the bladder and...

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14 Jul Managing Pelvic Organ Prolapse with Pessaries and Physiotherapy: An In-Depth Guide for Women 

Posted at 09:00h in Women's Health by sthompson@hoppersphysio.com.au

Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) is a common yet often under-discussed condition affecting about 50% of women who have given birth vaginally, with around 10% of women needing surgery at some point due to prolapse symptoms or related issues. Although prolapse can impact daily life, many...

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14 May The Athletic Edge: Why Men’s Pelvic Floor Training Can Boost Sports Performance

Posted at 09:00h in Men's Health by sthompson@hoppersphysio.com.au

Many people immediately think of weightlifting, sprinting, or intense cardio workouts when considering ways to enhance athletic strength. However, a crucial aspect of optimising athletic performance lies within a lesser-known group of muscles—the pelvic floor. For male athletes, strengthening these muscles through pelvic floor training...

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