Discover How Pelvic Health Physiotherapy May Change Your Life

Just like overall health is vital, pelvic health matters, too. While many people hesitate to discuss issues like prolapse or incontinence due to embarrassment, these conditions affect millions and can be successfully addressed. Whether you’re a new mum or someone who has been managing ongoing symptoms, pelvic health physiotherapy provides practical, evidence-based solutions that may significantly improve your quality of life.

This specialised field focuses on addressing dysfunction in the pelvic floor. Claire Oxley, a certified pelvic health physiotherapist and Restore Your Core (RYC®) teacher, is passionate about empowering women to regain confidence and control in their lives.

Taking a Whole-Body Approach

Pelvic health physiotherapy goes beyond surface-level symptom management. It takes a deep dive into the root causes of dysfunction, whether it’s pelvic organ prolapse, urinary incontinence (leaking during activities like running, coughing, or sneezing), or postpartum recovery.

Unlike traditional approaches that might focus solely on the pelvic floor itself, Claire uses a whole-body approach. This means she’ll look at how your body moves, aligns, and functions as a system. Poor posture, faulty movement patterns, or chronic tension elsewhere in the body often play a significant role in pelvic floor issues.

Restoring Core Strength and Function

As both a physiotherapist and a certified RYC® teacher, Claire combines therapeutic proficiency with mindful movement practices. Her method helps clients develop a deeper connection to their bodies.

Claire takes a practical, whole-body approach that includes:

• Identifying the Root Cause: Claire evaluates not only the pelvic floor but also how your body moves and functions as a whole. She looks for habits or patterns—such as poor posture or suboptimal breathing mechanics—that may contribute to dysfunction.
• Offering Movement-Based Solutions: Instead of just relying on Kegel exercises, Claire incorporates functional movement ones designed to retrain your body. These exercises are custom-tailored to your unique needs and lifestyle to help promote better alignment, balance, and strength.
• Repatterning Alignment and Posture: Did you know that poor posture or alignment can place excessive stress on the pelvic floor? Claire helps clients identify and correct these patterns to create a more supportive foundation for the entire body.

The Impact of Holistic Pelvic Care

Women who work with Claire often experience significant improvements—not just physically but emotionally and mentally. That’s because by addressing the underlying causes of pelvic floor dysfunction, they regain confidence in their ability to move freely and engage in activities they may have once avoided.

It’s important to note that pelvic health physiotherapy isn’t just about managing symptoms; it’s about creating long-term, sustainable change. Whether you’re a new mum adjusting to postpartum life, an athlete seeking to prevent leaks, or someone who has been dealing with pelvic health challenges for many years, the right support can make all the difference.