Why Women Benefit From Physiotherapy at Every Stage of Life
Professional physiotherapy treatments are not for recovering from injuries. For women, they can improve our strength, mobility and pelvic health throughout life. Whether your body is physically changing during pregnancy, or you’re experiencing the hormonal shifts of the menopause, a physiotherapist can offer exceptional support.
Despite this, many women are still unaware how physiotherapy can support them through these stages.
Supporting Women Through Pregnancy
During pregnancy, the body undergoes rapid changes. It can affect your posture, joints, and muscles. You might well experience discomfort, particularly in the lower back, hips, pelvis and ribcage.
Professional physiotherapy can safely relieve pregnancy-related musculoskeletal pain such as pelvic girdle pain. It can also help with preparing the pelvic floor for labour, something few antenatal classes cover in depth.
At PelviCare, our antenatal physiotherapy includes tailored exercises and practical strategies to help you feel more in control of their changing bodies. Rather than just ‘putting up’ with pain, we empower you to stay active, sleep better, and prepare for a smoother birth and recovery.
Postnatal Rehabilitation: More Than Just Kegels
After childbirth, many women experience a weakened pelvic floor, abdominal separation, or persistent pain from caesarean scars or tearing. These are common but not ‘normal’ outcomes to live with long-term.
Postnatal physiotherapy supports your recovery by targeting issues like pelvic floor dysfunction, incontinence, and even pain during intimacy. Tools like The Mummy MOT, available at PelviCare, provide a comprehensive assessment and treatment plan based on your unique needs — not a one-size-fits-all approach.
With our professional support, you can return to your active self, and rebuild strength without risking injury or prolapse.
Navigating Menopause with Confidence
Menopause brings another wave of physical and hormonal changes. Reduced oestrogen levels can lead to pelvic organ prolapse, incontinence, and pain during sex. However, these are conditions that physiotherapy can address safely and effectively.
Professional physiotherapy treatments for women in midlife focus on strengthening the pelvic floor, improving posture, reducing chronic pelvic pain, and supporting emotional wellbeing.
Treating the Whole Body, Not Just the Symptoms
At PelviCare, the philosophy is simple: treat the whole person, not just the symptom. We believe women deserve healthcare that acknowledges how deeply interconnected their pelvic health is with their overall wellbeing.
Whether you’re preparing for childbirth, recovering after giving birth, or navigating the menopause, professional physiotherapy treatments for women offer a proactive, empowering path forward. We don’t just offer relief, but long-term results.
For more details on our physiotherapy treatments, don’t hesitate to contact us today.