Women’s Health & Pregnancy

    • Dyspareunia: Painful intercourse

    • Vulvodynia: Chronic pain or discomfort around the opening of the vagina

    • Endometriosis support: Managing secondary pelvic floor tensions and scarring

    • Vaginismus: Involuntary tightening of the pelvic muscles

    • Stress Incontinence: Leaking urine when coughing, sneezing, laughing, or exercising.

    • Urge Incontinence: A sudden, intense need to urinate followed by involuntary leakage.

    • Overactive Bladder (OAB): Frequent trips to the bathroom (typically more than 8 times a day).

    • Chronic Constipation: Often caused by “dyssynergic defecation,” where the pelvic floor muscles fail to relax properly during a bowel movement.

    • Diastasis Recti Abdominis (DRA): The separation of the abdominal muscles.

    • Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction (SPD): Sharp pain at the front of the pelvic bone.

    • Sacroiliac (SI) Joint Pain: Pain in the lower back or hips due to ligament laxity.

    • Perineal Tearing or Episiotomy Recovery: Soft tissue mobilisation to improve scar flexibility and reduce pain.

A woman’s body undergoes remarkable changes during pregnancy and throughout different stages of life. At PHYX, our Women’s Health Physiotherapist provides a supportive, private environment to address the unique physical challenges women face.

From prenatal preparation to postpartum recovery and pelvic floor health, we help you navigate these transitions with strength and comfort.

Pelvic Health & The Core

The pelvic floor is a sophisticated layer of muscles that supports the pelvic organs and stabilises the spine. Dysfunctions in these muscles can lead to issues that are common, but not something you have to live with.

We provide specialised care for:

  • Urinary Incontinence:
    Managing stress or urge incontinence through targeted muscle retraining.

  • Pelvic Organ Prolapse:
    Non-surgical strategies to manage pressure and improve support.

  • Pelvic Pain:
    Treating conditions like dyspareunia or chronic pelvic tension.

Pregnancy (Prenatal) Care

As your baby grows, your center of gravity shifts, placing increased demand on your muscles and joints. Our prenatal sessions focus on:

  • Pain Relief:
    Managing Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction (SPD), sacroiliac (SI) joint pain, and lower back strain.

  • Birth Preparation:
    Teaching pelvic floor relaxation and optimal positioning for labour.

  • Safe Exercise & Physio-Pilates:
    Tailoring movement plans to maintain fitness while protecting your joints.

Postpartum Recovery (The “Fourth Trimester”)

Recovery doesn’t end after delivery. We help mothers safely return to their daily routines and fitness goals by focusing on:

  • Diastasis Recti:
    Assessing and rehabilitating abdominal separation.

  • Core Re-education:
    Restoring the functional link between the breath, the diaphragm, and the pelvic floor.

  • Postural Correction:
    Addressing “nursing posture” and neck or shoulder tension from lifting and carrying.

Why Specialised Care Matters?

Women’s Health issues are often sensitive and complex.

Our physiotherapists use a combination of manual therapy, biofeedback, and functional exercises to ensure you feel empowered and in control of your body.