Women’s Pelvic and Abdominal Health

Women’s pelvic and abdominal health physiotherapy is a specialist branch of physiotherapy that assesses and treats conditions affecting the pelvic floor, bladder, bowel and sexual health. At MEPS, your practitioner will conduct a full pelvic health examination, assess your symptoms and ongoing concerns, and create a bespoke treatment plan.

We assess and treat a wide range of pelvic and abdominal conditions, including urinary incontinence, faecal incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, pudendal neuralgia, vulvodynia, lack of bladder or bowel control, pelvic pain, overactive or underactive bladder, problems with bladder emptying, painful intercourse and rectal pain.

Your initial consultation will include a full history (covering symptoms, surgeries, challenges, concerns and changes in mood or energy), observation of functional movement (squat, lift, push, pull), and an internal and external examination of the pelvic floor, abdomen, muscles, bladder, bowel and sexual health.

A pelvic health examination usually includes an internal assessment as this is the most accurate way to assess pelvic floor function. However, internal examination is always optional, with full consent obtained, and is only carried out with your agreement. Your practitioner will explain everything and you can decline or pause at any point.

Physiotherapy is used to facilitate trigger point release, restore normal biomechanics and decrease muscle tension in the pelvic area. Treatment may also include relaxation therapy, psychological input, diet and lifestyle changes, and pharmacological modalities. With this multi-faceted approach, the prognosis for most pelvic conditions is good.

Yes. All consultations are completely confidential. Our practitioners are highly experienced in discussing sensitive topics and will create a comfortable, respectful environment for you to discuss any concerns about bladder, bowel, pelvic or sexual health.