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A pelvic health physiotherapy session typically begins with an assessment of your medical history, symptoms, and lifestyle.
Ellie will then evaluate your posture, pelvic floor function, and movement patterns to identify any imbalances or weaknesses. Based on this assessment, a personalised treatment plan is created, which may include pelvic floor exercises, manual therapy, biofeedback, and strengthening or stretching exercises for the core and surrounding muscles.
You’ll also receive education on pelvic health, lifestyle adjustments, and self-care techniques. Follow-up sessions monitor progress, with adjustments to the treatment plan as needed, empowering you to manage and improve your pelvic health.
1. Initial Consultation
Welcome and Introduction: Ellie will explain the session process, ensuring you're comfortable and informed.
Medical History & Symptoms: Discuss your medical history, relevant conditions, and pelvic health issues (e.g., incontinence, pelvic pain). Please complete the pre-assessment form and questionnaires before your appointment (attached on the email confirmation).
Lifestyle & Activity Discussion: Ellie will ask about your daily activities, exercise routine, and how pelvic health affects your life.
2. Physical Examination
Posture and Movement Assessment: Ellie will assess your posture, walking pattern (gait), and any movement limitations that might be contributing to pelvic.
Posture & Movement Assessment: Ellie will assess your posture, gait, and movement limitations affecting pelvic health.
Pelvic Floor Function Check: Internal (vaginal/rectal) or external techniques may be used to assess pelvic floor muscle strength. You may bring your own chaperone or request one in advance on the pre-assessment form. If you’d like Ellie to provide one, please allow 5 days' notice or book a phone call to discuss any concerns.
Muscle & Range of Motion Tests: Assessment of your lower back, hips, and abdomen to identify any areas affecting pelvic health.
3. Treatment and Plan Development
Tailored Treatment Plan: Based on your assessment, a personalised plan may include pelvic floor exercises, manual therapy, and posture correction.
Hands-on Treatment: Soft tissue mobilisations, myofascial release, or joint mobilisations to alleviate pain and improve function.
Exercise Prescription: Specific exercises for pelvic floor and surrounding muscles, posture, and breathing techniques.
Biofeedback or Electrical Stimulation (if appropriate): The patient will be advised to purchase their on device to help retrain pelvic floor muscles for better function. Kegel 8 devices are available via our affiliated Programme Website, please click here or contact Ellie directly.
4. Education
Pelvic Health Education: Learn about your pelvic anatomy and how it relates to your symptoms.
Self-Care & Lifestyle Tips: Ellie will offer advice on hydration, diet, and activities that support pelvic health. You'll be encouraged to practice exercises at home.
5. Review and Follow-up
Progress Evaluation: Follow-up sessions will review progress, reassess symptoms, and adjust your treatment plan as needed.
Ongoing Support: Continued guidance to keep you on track with your pelvic health goals, including exercise adjustments for long-term success.
The main aim of pelvic health physiotherapy for individuals is to improve pelvic floor, anal sphincters function and enhance overall well-being by addressing and treating conditions related to the pelvic region.
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