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Women’s Health Gynaecological physiotherapy involves the assessment and treatment of the pelvic floor, bladder and other surrounding structures. At Live Well Waterford, we are trained to assess and provide conservative management for a range of pelvic disorders in women. Conditions treated include stress and urge urinary incontinence, prolapse, and pelvic pain (including perineal tears, post-delivery pelvic and bladder pain). Therapy can include:

• Pelvic floor education regards anatomy and function – We take the time to explain your specific problem to you so that you can feel at ease, more confident and well-informed.
• Relaxation of overactive muscles and correction of pelvic floor activation and strengthening of weak muscles – namely the pelvic floor and deep abdominals.
• Internal vaginal examinations (this is optional to assess pelvic floor function and strength, technique of pelvic floor contraction, prolapse and any areas of scar tissue/pain).
• The use of biofeedback and electrical stimulation machines (only if required).
• Bladder re-training and advice regards fluid consumption types/volumes.

These simple techniques have been shown to be incredibly effective in helping with problems associated with pelvic floor dysfunction and are recommended as the first option before any surgery is considered. Indeed, even if you are on a waiting list for surgery, it is a good idea to try to mobilise and strengthen the pelvic floor beforehand.

If you are not sure whether we can help your specific problem, please contact us for a confidential chat – you can call us or simply fill in our contact us form and we will get in touch with you.