Osteitis pubis, often referred to as groin strain, is a painful debilitating condition. While anyone can experience osteitis pubis, two groups of people are susceptible for different reasons. In athletes, particularly footballers in all codes, hockey players and runners, osteitis pubis is usually an overuse injury. In pregnant women about to engage in one of…
If your back aches long after you’ve delivered your baby, you’re certainly not alone. Persistent postpartum back pain affects around half of the world’s mothers. This unwelcome aftereffect of the endurance event of pregnancy and childbirth can last for weeks or months. As a busy mother, we understand that it can be tough to find…
Interestingly statistics show that women are more vulnerable to sports injuries than men. Read on to see the list of injuries that are more common in women, what causes them and how to avoid them. There are five factors that influence sports injuries: Form Alignment Body Composition Physiology Physical Performance The main types of injuries…
Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) is often treated like secret women’s business that few women know or want to talk about until it is far too late. Yet, according to the Continence Foundation of Australia (CFA), one in five Australian women will require medical help for a prolapse during their lifetime. What Is A Pelvic Organ…
During pregnancy, pressure on the tissues of the pelvis can lead to pelvic girdle pain – a condition associated with discomfort and immobility. Many expecting mothers experience this condition, so in this blog we are going to talk about ways of managing the condition and relieving discomfort. What is Pelvic Girdle Pain? Pelvic girdle pain…
Perineal tears are one of the most common injuries resulting from a conventional vaginal birth. They can be uncomfortable and associated symptoms can lead to more serious problems. Today, we’re going to take you through the basics of perineal tears and how post-natal physiotherapy can address the problem. What is a Perineal Tear? A perineal…
After a hysterectomy, you’re going to notice some changes. Due to the invasive nature of the procedure, you’re going to have some scar tissue and weakness in the pelvic floor muscles. In today’s post, we’re going to take you through the benefits of exercise after a hysterectomy, as well as how you can structure this…
M = Menopause. The end of a woman’s reproductive years and the start of a new phase of life. Whilst that’s a constant, each woman’s menopausal transition is unique, bringing with it a range of symptoms due to the bodies hormonal changes. For some women, these symptoms can include hot flushes, headaches, mood changes and…
Ever experienced pain “down there” and wondered what is causing your pain? For some, the cause might not even be your primary focus, rather the treatment so you can get back to living a healthy, pain-free life. We get it! Pelvic pain extends from the belly button to the lower abdomen and includes pain in…
The pelvic floor is a structure of muscle and connective tissues that attaches to your pelvis, separates the pelvic cavity from the perineum, and surrounds the genitalia and anus. For many women, after childbirth or invasive surgery, this area can become weak, stretched or damaged. In this article we’re going to focus on why the…