women’s health physio at Ace Health Centre on the Gold Coast — evidence-based care from our experienced team. Book online or call 07 5572 8855.
women’s health physio at Ace Health Centre on the Gold Coast — evidence-based care from our team. Book online or call 07 5572 8855.
women’s health physio on the Gold Coast — this guide from Ace Health Centre walks you through what matters most: when to seek help, what treatment looks like, and what to expect from your recovery. Call (07) 5572 6222 to book.
women’s health physio on the Gold Coast — this guide from Ace Health Centre walks you through what matters most: when to seek help, what treatment looks like, and what to expect from your recovery. Call (07) 5572 6222 to book.
Our first priority as mothers after giving birth is usually caring for baby. We do this so much so, we neglect the changes our body has undergone in the past nine months. The pelvic floor requires time to recover and recoil due. This is due to the baby’s weight over nine months on the pelvic floor. Carrying a baby causes Stretching of the pelvic floor muscles if the mother chooses vaginal birth. Failure to retrain the pelvic floor can lead to urinary and bowel incontinence, organ prolapse, and pain with intercourse. This is where women’s health physio / womens health physio comes in.
What will Post – partum / women’s health physio check?
One condition that is regularly checked by a women’s health physio / womens health physio is separation of the stomach muscles. It is normal to have a separation of the abdominal muscles during pregnancy in order for the baby to grow. The fascia between the abdominal muscles also has to soften to allow expansion. Some common symptoms of stomach muscle seperation is doming of the stomach when you try to lift your head off the bed. Another is weakness of the core muscles and a feeling of sinking and softness in between the abdominal muscles.
It is important to address this with a women’s health physiotherapist within the first six months post-partum. The goal to ensure the muscles are regaining its tension to allow your abdominal muscles to function well as this may have future implications on low back pain. If the abdominal muscles are not regaining its tension, specific exercises will help.
Post – partum / women’s health assesment.
women’s health physio / womens health physio asses the pelvic floor in 2 main ways. These are : via ultrasound and via internal examination.
Internal examination is the gold standard test to gain information regarding the pelvic muscle strength, tone, endurance and looking at pelvic organ prolapse.
Real time ultrasound is useful for a visual feedback for the patient when trying to teach a pelvic floor contraction. However, it may not be useful in the cases of an overactive pelvic floor. The reason for this is you will not be able to see a great degree of lift.
Whats the goal?
Finally, a common goal for mothers after birth is weight loss and toning the body. Prior to doing any exercises, especially high impact exercises, it is important to ensure the pelvic floor and stomach muscles are fully assessed. Exercises postpartum should be graded, as the body is healing and will take time to return to the state had been in previously. Undergoing supervised exercise with a Post – partum / women’s health provides a safe environment in which progress can be monitored to establish a solid foundation for return to exercise.
Book here today to see how our Post partum / womens health physio can help you.
What to Expect From women’s health physio at Ace Health Centre
Patients who book women’s health physio with our team get a clinic-grade assessment, a clear plain-language plan, and a structured progression rather than a one-off appointment. Furthermore, we coordinate care across podiatry, physiotherapy, dietetics and exercise physiology where relevant, so you are not bouncing between clinics. Authoritative information on this topic is also available from Australian Physiotherapy Association if you would like to read further before booking. As a result, you walk in informed and walk out with a plan you understand.
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Frequently Asked Questions About women’s health physio
Do I need a referral? No referral is needed for physiotherapy in private practice. With a GP Chronic Disease Management plan you may be eligible for bulk-billed sessions.
Is physiotherapy covered by health funds? Most private health extras with physio cover offer a rebate. We process HICAPS on the spot, so you walk out knowing your gap.
How many sessions will I need? Acute issues usually settle in 4-6 sessions. Longer-standing conditions may need a 6-12 week structured program. Your physio will give a clear plan at the first assessment.
Book Your women’s health physio Appointment
Ready to get started? Call (07) 5572 6222 or book online. In addition, new patients can use our no-gap initial consult — straightforward, no surprises.
About women’s health physio at Ace Health Centre
women’s health physio is one of the services our Broadbeach team provides on the Gold Coast.
Why patients choose women’s health physio at Ace Health Centre
Same-day appointments and clear progress tracking. Call 07 5572 8855 to book.
