Endometriosis Management Endometriosis affects millions of women worldwide; approximately one in seven women are diagnosed each year, with over $ 32,000 in expenses involved in Medicare each year. Yet its complexities often remain misunderstood, and endometriosis management awareness is comparatively low. This condition occurs when tissue...
Congratulations on starting your journey into motherhood! One often overlooked aspect after pregnancy is the 6-week postpartum checkup with a Women's Health physiotherapist. The importance of a 6-week postpartum checkup Restoring Pelvic Floor Function: Pregnancy and childbirth can have a significant impact on pelvic floor muscles....
One of the least talked about, but very common occurrences in pregnancy is carpal tunnel syndrome. In this article, we will explore what CTS is, why it occurs during pregnancy and its symptoms. Most importantly, we will look at how to manage and alleviate its...
The birth of a baby is a huge milestone in a woman’s life. However, for some women, the postpartum period can bring about emotional challenges, including baby blues and postpartum depression. In this article, we explore the symptoms of these conditions, emphasize the importance of...
Pelvic Girdle Pain (PGP) is a common condition during pregnancy that affects around 20% of pregnant women. It can be quite uncomfortable and debilitating, making it difficult to perform everyday tasks. However, with proper management, the pain can be significantly reduced, allowing women to enjoy...
Osteoporosis is a condition that affects the strength and density of bones, making them fragile and more prone to fractures. It is a common condition, particularly in older adults, but it can also affect younger people, especially women. If you are a woman living with osteoporosis,...
If you are a new mum, you are often jumping between two extremities. From excitement to exhaustion, from thinking "Woohoo I am a new mum", to "Phew I am a new mum". You might also start to think childbirth was the easier part, and yes...
Along with many other challenges, mastitis is a common issue many new mothers face. Mastitis is a common and painful condition experienced by many breastfeeding mothers, and it occurs when breast tissue becomes inflamed, often due to a blocked milk duct. While mastitis can be uncomfortable,...
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A number of bowel complaints: bowel urgency, faecal or anal incontinence, constipation, irritable bowel disease, and rectal prolapse, are amidst some of the many bowel problems both women and men are struggling with today. Statistics on Faecal Incontinence Statistics Faecal incontinence affects 6% of Australian men...