womens health
Women’s health physiotherapy deals with advice and exercises after gynaecological surgery, childbirth, caesarean section, and various causes of incontinence.
Many people have incontinence at some time in their lives. There are two most common types: stress incontinence, when the bladder leaks if put under pressure, perhaps with a cough or a sneeze, or during strenuous activity; and urge incontinence, when the bladder leaks uncontrollably on the way to the toilet. Women are especially prone after childbirth or gynaecological surgery, when their pelvic floor muscles have been weakened.
Physiotherapists have a central role in treating incontinence and weak pelvic floor muscles. After a detailed assessment, they will teach you exercises to strengthen the pelvic floor muscles and might also use electrical stimulation. These techniques can significantly improve your symptoms and sometimes prevent the need for surgery.