Pelvic Physiotherapy

 I qualified as a Physiotherapist in 2013 from the Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh. I have extensive experience within the NHS covering a multitude of areas including obstetrics and gynae, musculoskeletal outpatients and community rehabilitation.  I also have experience in treating sports injuries and working with sports teams. Since qualifying I have had a passion for Pelvic Health and have completed further training in assessment and treatment methods, including the Mummy MOT. I am a member of the CSP, Acupuncture Association of Chartered Physiotherapists, HCPC and also an associate member of the POGP.  

 My passion lies with all things Women's and Pelvic Health. I've had a fascination with this area since completing a placement during my training over a decade ago! Fast forward a few years, two wee ones later and my own personal ante and post natal journey under my belt and here I am.  

 I believe strongly that women deserve more support in managing and understanding pelvic floor symptoms and aim to address this through physiotherapy assessment and treatment. Pelvic floor symptoms remain a ‘taboo’ subject and have a huge impact on everyday quality of life. I strive to help women gain control, overcome their symptoms and most importantly get their confidence back to do what they want to do!  

 The significant hormonal changes that occur in the body at this point can cause profound changes in a women’s health and lead to some fairly miserable side effects including;

• physical aches and pains
• reduction in bone density
• reductions in strength and balance
• weight gain
• hot flushes
• insomnia
• low mood
• pelvic floor muscle weakness
• urinary and faecal incontinence
• pelvic organ prolapse
• painful intercourse

I aim to help to support you to combat these symptoms. We can work together to ensure you are as prepared as possible before you hit the menopause, and progress through this stage in life feeling tip top!

The postnatal check you deserve.

A Mummy MOT is a specialist postnatal examination for women following both vaginal and C-section deliveries. It will assess how your posture, pelvic floor muscles and stomach muscles are recovering after childbirth. You will be provided with gentle exercises and treatment to help with your recovery – and get you back on track with your fitness goals. 

Follow Up

• Education and advice on safe activities such as lifting your baby or pushing a buggy.
• Bespoke rehabilitation programme with your goals and lifestyle factors in mind.
• Written report on the findings of your assessment.