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choosing the right physiotherapist feels confusing sometimes. Specifically, you might wonder about the difference between General Physio and Women’s Health Physio. Therefore, we created this simple guide to help you choose. Our Bentley clinic connects you with the exact expert care you need.
General Physiotherapists focus on your musculoskeletal system. For instance, they treat sports injuries, back pain, and sore necks effectively. Typically, they prescribe exercises to strengthen your major muscle groups. Consequently, see a General Physio for knee strain or shoulder pain.
However, they do not specialize in intimate pelvic health issues. Therefore, specific women’s health concerns require a different, specialized approach
A Women’s Health Physiotherapist undergoes extensive postgraduate training. Specifically, they specialize in treating the pelvis and pelvic floor muscles. Furthermore, they understand the unique hormonal changes women experience.
Crucially, they treat conditions that General Physios typically overlook. For example, they manage incontinence, prolapse, and pelvic pain. Thus, they provide a safe space to discuss sensitive health issues.
Pregnancy places immense strain on your body. Therefore, seeing a Women’s Health Physio during pregnancy remains vital. Specifically, they treat pelvic girdle pain and severe back aches.
Additionally, they offer crucial postnatal checks. For instance, they check for abdominal separation (Diastasis Recti) after birth. They help you return to exercise safely. They guide your recovery from the inside out.
Undeniably, your pelvic floor supports your bladder, bowel, and uterus. Consequently, weakness in this area causes significant daily distress. Therefore, a Women’s Health Physio in Perth treats these specific issues:
First, stress urinary incontinence (leaking when you sneeze).
Second, pelvic organ prolapse symptoms.
Third, painful intercourse (dyspareunia).
Finally, overactive bladder and urgency.
Fortunately, targeted pelvic floor exercises often resolve these symptoms completely. Ultimately, you regain confidence in your body quickly.
In conclusion, do not ignore your pelvic health symptoms. Instead, choose the specialist who understands your female anatomy perfectly. Specifically, our experienced team supports your complete recovery journey.
Therefore, call us on (08) 6116 1285 today. Alternatively, use our secure online booking system. So, schedule your dedicated women’s health consultation instantly. Contact us for more information.
We are thrilled to announce that our state-of-the-art imaging suite is opening very soon at Athena Women’s Clinic in Bentley. Whether you need a pregnancy ultrasound or a pelvic scan, you will soon have access to comfortable, GP-led care right here in our clinic.
If you have a referral or anticipate needing an ultrasound in Perth, reach out to our team now Or Call us at (08) 6116 1285