Jaw, jumping and jellyfish all start with the letter J and are all related to pelvic health.  How can we help? Jaw For some of us, anxiety can make us clench our jaw and in-turn our pelvic floor muscles. The jaw and pelvic floor have a neuromuscular connection to each other.  So, in relaxing our jaw, we relax our pelvic floor.  But how do we do that? Simply being aware is always the best start. Drop your shoulders. Next we need to breathe...in through your nose, relax your jaw muscles and focus on the relaxed movement in your pelvic floor muscles.  Allow your jaw and pel ..read more

There are so many wonderful elements experienced during pregnancy and we do our best to be healthy throughout. We remember to take our prenatal vitamins to ensure our body and bub are getting enough of what's needed. We stay clear of certain foods to avoid infections. We keep our body active by exercising but we don't always remember to care for our pelvic floor. During pregnancy, muscles of your pelvic floor are stretched and weaken.  These muscles help to control your bladder.  When your pelvic floor muscles are weak, they can't always stop your bladder from leaking.  Thi ..read more

Incontinence, intimacy pain and initial appointment all start with the letter I and are all related to pelvic health.  How can we help? Incontinence Incontinence refers to the involuntary loss of wee or poo. And it doesn't just happen to older people! It can affect people of all ages, but is more common among older adults and those who have experienced pregnancy, childbirth or menopause. Incontinence can significantly impact a person's quality of life and may cause social embarrassment, emotional distress and limitations in daily activities. We can help! Intimacy pain Intimacy ..read more

How can I prevent getting an UTI after sex? Urinary tract infections (UTI's) can sometimes occur after sexual activity.  However, there are some steps you an take to reduce the risk of developing a UTI. Here are some preventative measures you can consider:  Wee Before and After Sex: Weeing within 30 minutes of sex can help flush out bacteria and germs that can work their way to the urinary tract during the friction of sex, which can cause UTI's.  This is particularly important to those of us with vulvas because our urethras are shorter. Stay Hydrated: Drinking plenty of wate ..read more

Hysterectomy, hormones and hemorrhoids all start with the letter H and are all related to pelvic health.  How can we help? Hysterectomy A hysterectomy is a surgical procedure that involves the removal of a patient's uterus. The procedure my also involve the removal of the cervix, ovaries and fallopian tubes depending on the reason for the surgery and the patient's individual circumstances. Hysterectomy is one of the most common surgical procedures performed, and it can be done using a variety of techniques. Pelvic health physiotherapy can assist in the recovery and rehabilitation aft ..read more

Yes!  Penis owners have a pelvic floor too. EVERY BODY has a pelvic floor!  Strong pelvic floor muscles are important for penis owners too. The pelvic floor sits like a hammock and runs from the public bone to the tailbone and between the two sitting bones.  There a five main functions for the pelvic floor in a penis owner:  stabilising the lower back and hips  supporting the internal organs , specifically the prostate, bladder and rectum  bowel and bladder control  pumping of blood and lymphatic fluid  sexualising functions like arousal, erections a ..read more

G-spot, groin and gynecologist all start with the letter G and are all related to pelvic health.  How can we help? G-Spot The G-spot, also known as the Gräfenberg spot, is a small, sensitive area located inside the vagina, typically about 1-2 inches up the front vaginal wall. The G-spot is thought to be an erogenous zone that, when stimulated, can lead to intense sexual pleasure and even orgasm in some women. The physiotherapist can educate individuals about the anatomy of the pelvic floor, including the potential location and sensitivity of the G-spot. Understanding one's own anatom ..read more

1 in 10 Australian penis owners suffer from bladder incontinence. TYPES OF BLADDER INCONTINENCE  Stress Incontinence Penis owners can experience stress incontinence with age and following surgery to the prostate. Stress incontinence is urine loss when there is exertion or an increase in pressure in the abdomen e.g. when running, sneezing or coughing.  Urge Incontinence  Urge incontinence is the need to suddenly rush to the toilet as the bladder is filling. This can be the result of bladder spasms, a reduced capacity of the bladder, or with certain triggers. Triggers can includ ..read more

Faecal incontinence, fissures and frequency all start with the letter F and are all related to pelvic health.  How can we help? Faecal Incontinence A pelvic health physiotherapist can play a crucial role in the management of faecal incontinence. They specialize in treating conditions related to the pelvic floor muscles, which play an important role in controlling bowel movements. During an initial assessment, we will evaluate the strength and function of your pelvic floor muscles. Based on this assessment, we develop an individualized treatment plan that may include pelvic floor muscle ..read more

How can I prevent getting an Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) after sex? Urinary tract infections (UTIs) can sometimes occur after sexual activity.   However, there are steps you can take to reduce the risk of developing a UTI.  Here are some preventive measures you can consider: Wee before and after sex: Weeing within 30 minutes of intercourse can help flush out bacteria and germs that can work their way to the urinary tract during the friction of sex, which can cause UTI’s (urinary tract infections). This is particularly important to those of us with vulvas because our urethra ..read more