Is pelvic floor physiotherapy safe during pregnancy?

Yes — pelvic floor physiotherapy is safe throughout pregnancy when provided by an experienced pelvic health physio. It supports pain management, helps reduce the risk of incontinence, and prepares your body for birth.

When should I book physiotherapy after giving birth?

Many women book postpartum pelvic floor assessment around 6 weeks after birth, once initial healing has occurred, to assess pelvic floor recovery, abdominal separation (DRAM), and safe return to exercise.

What does a postpartum physiotherapy session involve?

A session typically includes listening to your concerns, assessing posture, pelvic floor and core function, developing a tailored exercise plan, and providing hands-on therapy and practical advice for safe recovery.

What causes pelvic pain in women?

Pelvic pain in women can be caused by muscle tension, nerve irritation, pelvic floor dysfunction, endometriosis, adenomyosis, postnatal changes, scar tissue from surgery, hormonal changes, or conditions like interstitial cystitis. Our physiotherapists conduct thorough assessments to identify the specific factors contributing to your pain.

How does pelvic floor physiotherapy help with chronic pelvic pain?

Pelvic floor physiotherapy helps with chronic pelvic pain by releasing tight muscles, improving muscle coordination, reducing nerve sensitivity, and teaching you techniques to manage pain. We use evidence-based techniques including manual therapy, therapeutic exercises, education, relaxation, and breathing techniques to address the root causes of your pain.

What gynaecological surgeries do you provide pre- and post-operative care for?

We provide education and treatment to help you on your surgical journey for conditions and operations such as abdominal and vaginal hysterectomy, salpingectomy and oophorectomy, surgery for endometriosis and adenomyosis, removal of fibroids/polyps and cysts, pelvic organ prolapse repair, and sling and mesh repair for stress urinary incontinence.

What happens during a pelvic floor physiotherapy assessment?

Your journey begins with a thorough assessment where we listen to your concerns, examine your movement, and identify the root cause of your symptoms. We begin by taking a thorough history of when your symptoms started and your current concerns. In most cases, the best way to assess pelvic floor function is by conducting an internal pelvic or vaginal examination. We focus on empowering you to return to the activities you love—stronger and more confident than before.

Can I claim pelvic floor physiotherapy through private health insurance?

Yes, we work with Private Health Funds and many health funds provide rebates for pelvic floor physiotherapy sessions. We recommend checking with your specific health fund to understand your coverage and any referral requirements. We also work with Work Cover, NDIS, and DVA for eligible patients.

Peri-menopause and menopause

Understanding your body - empowering your next chapter

Perimenopause and menopause are some of the hardest times where your body goes through life altering changes. These range from hot flushes and night sweats, pelvic floor weakness and pain, sleep disturbances, dryness, massive mood changes to gut and deficiencies. It's important you have support from a professional in these times to manage your symptoms and give guidance on appropriate treatment or aids.

Difficulties during these stages are real and they affect your life massively. We specialise in women's health physiotherapy designed to help you understand this stage and guide you through so you can still do the things you love.

Experienced Clinicians – Our team has a high level of expertise dealing with a variety of pelvic conditions.
Evidence-Based Care – We use the latest research and clinical guidelines to inform your treatment.
Holistic Approach – We consider your lifestyle, goals, and wellbeing—not just your pain.
Supportive Environment – We take the time to listen, educate, and support you every step of the way.

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Why is menopause treatment important?

Perimenopause and menopause bring significant hormonal changes that can affect how your body functions and feels. These changes don’t just impact your cycle, but also can influence your pelvic floor, bladder and bowel function, sexual health, bone density, and overall strength.

How Revive can help:

Pelvic floor assessment & training
Learn how to properly activate and relax your pelvic floor to improve bladder control, reduce prolapse symptoms, and support sexual function.
Strength & resistance exercise
Maintain muscle mass, support metabolism, and protect bone density—key factors affected by hormonal changes.
Bone health & load management
Safe, progressive exercise to reduce the risk of osteoporosis and fractures. We have healthy bones exercise groups run by our exercise physiologist: click here.
Pain management & movement strategies
Address joint aches, stiffness, or discomfort so you can keep doing what you love.
Education & body awareness
Understand what’s happening in your body and feel confident managing symptoms day-to-day.
Nutrition and Dietitian services to support your body
Address supporting your body's hormonal changes with diet and food interventions as well as advice on supplementation

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Exercise therapy to support your body through menopause

If you are looking for an exercise program to complement your physio treatment, which is tailored specifically to your body's then why not try exercise therapy? At Revive, we have many options for you to find the right, supportive environment for you. You will feel supported to strengthen and improve your health whilst not overlooking your pelvic floor and symptoms.

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What to Expect

Your journey begins with a thorough assessment where we listen to your concerns, examine your movement, and identify the root cause of your symptoms.

We begin the assessment by taking a thorough history. We need to know when your symptoms started and what your current concerns are. You may feel that you have an extensive story - that's okay! It is important to understand the full background of what has led to your appointment. Sending through any medical or gynaecological history such as doctor's letters or scans can be extremely helpful.

In most cases, the best way to assess pelvic floor function is by conducting an internal pelvic or vaginal examination. Please let us know if you are comfortable with this.

We focus not just on symptom relief, but on empowering you to return to the activities you love—stronger and more confident than before.

We work with GPs, Specialists, Surgeons, Allied Health, Work Cover, NDIS, DVA and Private Health Funds

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I seek help during menopause?

You can book in for an assessment at any time during your perimenopause or menopause journey and even after some symptoms have settled down if you still aren't happy with where you are at. We treat a large range of clients at different stages.

Why do I need pelvic floor exercises during menopause?

Many women going through menopause may have changes to their bladder and bowel function or tightness and pain and pelvic floor exercises can assist in managing this. It is also important to have a pelvic floor assessment as different people may need different exercises.

Can physiotherapy help with bladder leakage?

Yes — targeted pelvic floor assessment and strengthening exercises can significantly help reduce bladder leakage and improve pelvic floor function in the perimenopausal and menopausal period.

What kind of exercise is best during menopause?

A combination of strength/resistance training such as gym or pilates, cardiovascular exercise and exercises targeting bone health is the best combination of exercise for someone going through menopause.

Do I need to change how I eat during menopause?

Whenever your body goes through hormonal changes it is important to review your diet and see if you can better support different body systems with how and what you are eating. Absorption of specific vitamins and minerals can also be heavily impacted and there are ways to manage this with the right advice.

Can a dietitian help with menopause-related weight gain or fatigue?

Our dietitian can assist you with healthy weight loss or gain as well as eating to improve energy levels. Menopause is about more than just weight gain and a dietitian can help you find a routine that is right for your body.

Can you give guidance on hormone replacement therapy (HRT)?

Physiotherapists cannot prescribe any medications or hormone therapies however we can guide you to professionals who can and help you manage symptoms as a result of this.

Are menopause symptoms something I just have to live with?

Although menopause is an inevitable part of your life, the symptoms associated with it don't have to be. We can help you to be as comfortable as possible while navigating this time.

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