Women's pelvic health is a crucial aspect of overall wellbeing, and there are many benefits to prioritizing it. By taking steps to improve pelvic health, women can alleviate symptoms, prevent complications, and improve their quality of life. Women's pelvic health physiotherapy is one effective way to achieve these goals.
Symptoms of pelvic floor dysfunction
Urinary or faecal incontinence
Pelvic pain
Sexual pain
Prolapse
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Women's health physiotherapy is a specialized form of physiotherapy that aims to assist women in achieving optimal pelvic health, particularly during pregnancy and postpartum periods. The benefits of women's health physiotherapy are numerous and can improve women's quality of life by addressing issues such as urinary incontinence, pelvic pain, and other related conditions. It is essential to seek the help of a women's health physiotherapist as early as possible to ensure that any symptoms are managed and addressed promptly.
One of the primary benefits of women's health physiotherapy is its ability to prevent or treat pelvic floor dysfunction, which affects up to one in three women at some point in their lives. This dysfunction can lead to a range of symptoms, including urinary incontinence, fecal incontinence, pelvic pain, and sexual dysfunction. Women's health physiotherapy uses various techniques such as pelvic floor exercises, biofeedback, and education to improve pelvic floor muscle strength, endurance, and coordination. This, in turn, can alleviate symptoms and improve overall pelvic health.
Women's health physiotherapy can also help with a range of pre- and post-natal issues. During pregnancy, women's bodies undergo significant changes that can lead to discomfort and pain, particularly in the pelvic area. Women's health physiotherapists can provide advice and support on exercise and posture modifications to manage these symptoms. After childbirth, women's health physiotherapy can help with recovery, particularly if there are complications such as diastasis recti or pelvic organ prolapse.
Overall, women's health physiotherapy is an effective way to manage a range of conditions that can significantly impact women's lives, particularly during and after pregnancy.
Women's health at Physica
We treat a wide range of Women's health issues:
- Pregnancy related pelvic girdle pain, lumbo pelvic pain and pubic symphysis pain.
- Other common musculoskeletal conditions during the child bearing year such as carpal tunnel syndrome and de quervain’s tenosynovitis.
- Prescribe pre and post natal education regarding exercise and recovery from vaginal and caesarean birth.
- Assessment and management of DRAM
- Issues pertaining to the lactating breast such an engorgement and mastitis.
- Assessment and management of bladder and bowel conditions (urinary incontinence, urinary frequency, pelvic organ prolapse, constipation) as it relates to pelvic floor muscle dysfunction.
- Implement the use of real time ultrasound in the assessment of pelvic floor muscle dysfunction and use in as a biofeedback tool in rehabilitation.
- Perform an external visual anal examination in the assessment of pelvic floor muscle dysfunction.
Our team
Our Physiotherapists have completed level 1 training in women's pelvic health and possesses the expertise to attend to patients with pregnancy-related pelvic girdle pain, pre- and post-natal conditions, diastasis recti, lactating breast issues such as engorgements and mastitis, as well as pelvic floor dysfunctions like urinary and bowel disorders, pelvic organ prolapses, and dyspareunia.
Furthermore, our team are proficient in conducting external assessments and utilizing real-time ultrasound for assessment and biofeedback. Sarah is delighted to receive patients with any of these concerns at Knoxfield or Ringwood and encourages you to contact your nearest location for an appointment.
Nevine brings over 28 years of clinical experience as a Physiotherapist, including five years as a practice manager. She has specialized in vestibular rehabilitation for 18 years and continence and pelvic floor physiotherapy for 22 years. Her diverse career spans hospitals, private practice, community health, rehabilitation services, and research, including her work on the TELKO study at Melbourne University.
Nevine is bilingual in Egyptian and speaks some Italian, enhancing her ability to connect with clients from diverse backgrounds. Her clinical expertise includes managing spinal and musculoskeletal conditions, shoulder injuries, pelvic girdle and hip pain, whiplash, sports injuries, vestibular and neurological disorders, paediatric care, bladder and bowel health, as well as adult and geriatric rehabilitation.
She is highly skilled in delivering a variety of physiotherapy programs, such as spinal rehabilitation, core stability, Pilates, functional restoration for chronic low back pain, continence rehabilitation, falls prevention, vestibular and balance therapy, and strength training. Nevine uses evidence-based practices and outcome measures to identify the root causes of her clients’ issues, empowering them to reduce pain, stiffness, weakness, leakage, and dizziness, and improve their overall strength, mobility, and balance.
Clinical Interests/Special Interests
- Vestibular Rehabilitation: Nevine has completed extensive vestibular training, including three vestibular certifications and an intensive competency-based course at Monash University. She uses advanced tools like Frenzel goggles to assess and treat conditions such as BPPV, vestibular neuritis, migraines, and balance disorders.
- Continence and Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy: With a Postgraduate Certificate in Continence and Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation from Melbourne University, Nevine helps clients manage bladder and bowel conditions, pelvic organ prolapse, and post-surgical recovery.
- Musculoskeletal and Ante/Postnatal Care: She supports clients with pelvic girdle pain, sacroiliac joint dysfunction, lumbosacral instability, diastasis recti, and perineal tears.
Nevine is dedicated to educating and empowering her clients, helping them achieve better health and well-being through personalized care.
Special Interests
- Women’s Health
- Neck & back pain
- Football injuries
- Post-op rehabilitation
- Clinical pilates
- Functional training
- Falls prevention
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Why Physica?
At Physica, we are dedicated to providing exceptional women's health physiotherapy services in various locations, including Scoresby, Ringwood, Knox, Ferntree Gully, and Melbourne.
Our experienced team of women's health physiotherapists offers comprehensive care and personalized treatment plans tailored to meet your specific needs.
Whether you are seeking postpartum pelvic floor exercises, guidance for pelvic floor muscle exercises, or assistance with pelvic floor exercises during pregnancy, we are here to support you every step of the way. Our services encompass a wide range of pelvic floor exercises, including exercises for prolapse, incontinence, and strengthening.
With the use of cutting-edge technologies such as pelvic floor ultrasound and biofeedback, we ensure accurate assessment and effective treatment.
Whether you are a beginner or looking to enhance your current routine, our expert physiotherapists will guide you through step-by-step exercises to achieve optimal results.
Experience the best in women's health physiotherapy by choosing Physica for your pelvic floor health needs.