Specialized physiotherapy treatment is offered by physiotherapists who have obtained further studies in this area. They provide assessment and treatment in the management of conditions such that affect the bladder, bowels and sexual function that can impact both men and women.
Women’s health encompasses a huge variety of conditions that may affect women throughout their life. Such conditions include pelvic organ prolapse, incontinence or leakage of the bladder or bowel; chronic pelvic pain that could include endometriosis (where tissue that normally lines the uterus grows outside the uterus) or muscle spasm; conditions associated with pregnancy and early parenthood such as back or sacroiliac joint pain in pregnancy, carpal tunnel syndrome and mastitis (inflammation of breast tissue usually due to infection).
Men’s health refers to any issues related to the male pelvis and the surrounding area of the body. Men can develop problems with their bladder, bowel, sexual organs or pelvic floor muscles. In fact, these issues are fairly common. 1 in 8 men have a problem with their pelvic floor, bladder or bowel. These can be issues relating to pelvic pain, prostate surgery, erectile dysfunction and poor bladder habits.
Pelvic floor physiotherapists can assess, treat and manage these conditions helping you restore normal function and improve your quality of life. Treatment is provided with respect and understanding, working closely with you and your specialists to ensure you reach your goals.