This section includes various patient resources and information and links to further information. We would also like to invite our clients to request any further information that they might want included within the resources and we will do our best to accommodate these requests.

Patient Resources //

POGP Patient Leaflets //

The Mitchell Method of Simple Relaxation

Fit and Safe: Exercise in the Childbearing Year

Promoting Continence with Physiotherapy

Testimonials //

'Kirsty has been so kind and compassionate with treatment from the first session. I've seen her for women's health physiotherapy following years of painful intercourse. As a rape survivour, I was very apprehensive about seeking help as I knew this was a contributing factor to my pain. Kirsty took the time to listen and understand what had happened in my past and the treatments I had already had. She then explained what the treatment plan would be. She ensured I was part of this process and has never rushed me. I still have PTSD and this can impact my homework and ability to complete exercise programmes. I never feel under pressure and feel in control of the treatment process. Treatment has been helping so much and my pain journey is nearly over. I could not recommend Kirsty enough. Thank you.' - Anonymous, 2023.

After having two children and surgery my pelvic floor was really holding me back and getting in the way of life. I started having sessions with Kirsty and I cannot speck highly enough of my experience. Within a few months I was back running, sneezing, coughing and doing star jumps with no worries of whether my bladder would cope. I am no "leak-free" and so much happier! I cannot recommend Kirsty enough, she's given me my confidence back and it is something that I think every woman should have. If you have any issues or are even considering it I would encourage you to book an appointment. - JSB

Pelvic Floor Muscle Training //

It is thought that up to 50% of all females perform their pelvic floor exercises incorrectly. Evidence from research has shown that having your pelvic floor assessed by a specialist pelvic physiotherapist and a program prescribed is the most effective way to improve your pelvic floor muscles and prevent any associated complications.

Below are some tips for exercising your pelvic floor but please call to make an appointment for your pelvic floor assessment and bespoke program.

Exercising the pelvic floor includes contracting and relaxing the muscles.

Contracting;

· Squeeze your back passage like you are stopping yourself passing wind/sucking spaghetti up your bum/picking confetti up with your bum.

· Close your vagina like you have got into a lift and the doors have closed/pulling your seat bones together.

· Lift your vagina like the lift being taking up to the 3rd floor/ski lift moving from your bottom to the top of the mountain, just above the pubic bone.

· Fully relax the muscles, allow your bottom to relax down.

· Keep breathing and try not to contact your big bottom muscles, lift your shoulders or squeeze your upper tummy.

Relaxation;

Diaphragmatic or belly breathing;

· Place one hand on your chest above your breasts and the other over your belly button.

· Breathe in through your nose, like you are smelling the flowers, your chest should not move much but your belly should lift and expand.

· Breathe out through your mouth, like you are blowing out a candle, again your chest should not move much but your belly should sink back down.

· As you breathe in imagine your pelvic floor as a hammock that is moving downwards.