Pelvic Health

What is Pelvic Health Physiotherapy?

Pelvic Health Physiotherapy is a specialist Physiotherapy service that focuses on the Pelvis and the Pelvic Floor.


Pelvic health physiotherapists assess and treat the pelvic floor muscles which are supportive muscles that surround the bladder opening, vagina and bowel. The function of these muscles is to tighten (which closes the bladder and bowel) and relax (which opens to pass urine or stool). These muscles are also included in sexual function.


lf you have dysfunction in these muscles, you may experience problems like:

  • Bladder/ Bowel problems
  • Prolapse
  • Pelvic pain
  • Pregnancy-related pain
  • Sexual pain

Bladder symptoms you may experience include:

  • Leaking with sneezing, laughing, jumping.
  • Having a strong urge to get to the bathroom.
  • Having increased trips to the bathroom.
  • Not making it to the bathroom in time.

Bowel symptoms include:

  • Leaking from your back passage.
  • Constipation.

A vaginal prolapse occurs when the pelvic organs can bulge into the vagina causing the vagina walls to move downwards. There are different types of pelvic organ prolapse and you can have more than one type.

 


Common symptoms include:

  • A feeling of something coming down into the vagina or vaginal heaviness/bulge (like wearing a tampon)

This is pain that is persistent for more than six months. You may experience aches and pains in your pelvis and surrounding joints/tissues.


Pelvic yarn during pregnancy


Pelvic Girdle Pain (PGP) is a pain in the joints that make up your pelvic girdle. The pain/discomfort is often felt:

  • Over the pubic bone at the front
  • Below your tummy
  • Across one side (or both sides) of your lower back

This is pain felt during sexual intercourse which can be a result of pelvic floor dysfunction.

Pelvic Girdle Pain (PGP) is pain in the joints that make up your pelvic girdle.


The pain/discomfort is often felt:

  • Over the pubic bone at the front
  • Below your tummy
  • Across one side (or both sides) of your lower back

Mummy MOT

The Mummy MOT is a post-natal check for all mums, which can be carried out any time after 6 weeks of giving birth. It is a comprehensive assessment undertaken by a qualified pelvic health physiotherapist. It consists of:

  • A full postural screen
  • Pelvic floor muscle assessment
  • An abdominal muscle exam to check for any separation
  • C-section scar check
  • Screening for bladder, bowel or sexual dysfunction
  • Discussion and personalised programmed to allow a safe return to exercise
  • An opportunity to discuss your birth story in a safe environment

"I strongly believe that every woman deserves to know more about their own anatomy and what to do if things start to go awry."

Olivia Chada

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FAQS

Here are answers to some common questions. 
  • What does a Physiotherapy Treatment involve?

    An initial consultation involves our Chartered Physiotherapist asking a series of questions to learn about your problem. Based on these findings, our Physiotherapist will then ask you to perform certain movements to further diagnose the source and cause of your problem. During the initial assessment, there is also time for some hands-on treatment to relieve your pain. You will also be prescribed some home exercises and given advice on how you can help speed up your recovery.

  • What will I wear or do I need to bring anything?

    We advise that you wear comfortable and loose-fitting clothes to your appointment. If your area of injury is in the lower limbs we recommend that you bring a pair of shorts, we have facilities for you to change where needed. If you have X-ray or MRI results it is a good idea to bring these so we can take a copy with your permission.

  • How many sessions will I need?

    This very much depends on the type, duration and severity of your injury. At the end of your first appointment, our Chartered Physiotherapists will discuss with you the estimated number of treatments required for your injury. Every patient is different so healing times vary, we will reassess your progress at each visit. Of course, it is always up to you whether you would like to continue with treatment.

  • Do I need a Doctor’s referral for Physiotherapy?

    No, a doctor’s referral is not necessary – you are free to contact us directly whenever you need an appointment.

  • Can I claim on my health insurance?

    This depends on your individual health insurance policy. All our Physiotherapists are Chartered, which means they are recognised by all major health insurers. This means you can often claim back some of your treatment costs if you have private health insurance, click here for further details.

  • How can I pay?

    We accept cash and credit card payments at JT Physiotherapy. Payment must be made after each appointment and receipts are always provided.

  • What if I need to see a Specialist or require surgery?

    We have established close relationships with local G.P’s, Consultants & Specialists so we can arrange a referral for you if you need one. We will help you decide the best course of action and advise you on possible outcomes etc. We can also advise you if you need referral for X-ray, MRI, Blood Tests etc.

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Our Services 

Physiotherapy Letterkenny & Derry

Here at JT Physiotherapy our main aim is to diagnose and treat your injury as soon as possible to minimise any pain or discomfort you may have. We do this through using a range of physiotherapy treatments that are tailored to suit you and your needs.




Pilates, Reformer Pilates, Antenatal Pilates

We offer a range of Pilates classes including the amazing reformer pilates machines to help you enjoy the benefits of Pilates. 

Sports Therapy & Training

We offer a variety of Sports rehabilitation and performance services for athletes and sports enthusiasts. 

These services include Vald Performance Testing System, Bowen Therapy, Shockwave Therapy, Dry Needling, Dartfish Gait Analysis, RunWell Reformers, Running Analysis, Reformer Athletic Conditioning, NormaTec MVP Recovery System







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