Women's health physiotherapy is a specialised branch of physiotherapy that focuses on the unique health needs of women at various life stages. It encompasses a range of conditions and concerns related to pelvic health, pregnancy, postpartum recovery, menopause, and more. Through tailored assessment, treatment, and education, women's health physiotherapy empowers women to achieve optimal well-being and regain control over their bodies. In this section, we will explore the significance of women's health physiotherapy and how it can support women's overall health and quality of life.

Pregnancy is a transformative and awe-inspiring journey, but it can also bring physical challenges and discomforts. Women's health physiotherapy during pregnancy offers specialised care to support expectant mothers in maintaining optimal physical well-being, managing pregnancy-related conditions, and preparing for childbirth. In this section, we will explore the importance of women's health physiotherapy during pregnancy and how it can enhance the overall experience for expectant mothers.

Claire can help you through your pregnancy by supporting you with:

• Pain Management

• Pelvic Floor Strengthening

• Preparation for Childbirth

• Postural Education

• Exercise and Movement Guidance

The postpartum period is a transformative time for new mothers as they adjust to the physical and emotional changes after childbirth. Women's health physiotherapy offers specialised care during this phase to support postpartum recovery, address musculoskeletal concerns, and promote overall well-being. In this section, we will explore the importance of women's health physiotherapy for postpartum recovery and how it can help new mothers regain strength and enhance their overall quality of life.

During this time we can support you with:

• Healing rectus abdominis diastasis (tummy muscle separation)

• Pelvic floor rehabilitation

• Scar management following tears, episiotomy, or caesarean delivery

• Management of incontinence of bladder or bowel, constipation, or painful bowel movements

• Breastfeeding challenges like blocked ducts, spinal or wrist pain

• Understanding pain or discomfort in any region of the body such as back, pelvis, hips, shoulders, neck, wrists, or feet

• Restoring Postural Alignment

• Safe Return to Exercise

Menopause can impact significantly upon our sense of self, our relationships, our sensuality, our enjoyment of exercise - and not always in negative ways! Claire is here to support you to remain agile in body and mind as you navigate this often disorienting transition.

A pelvic health physiotherapist can provide management advice and therapy for symptoms associated with hormonal changes, like vaginal dryness or discomfort, altered bladder and bowel function, incontinence, or prolapse.