Women's Health Physio in Forster Tuncurry

Conveniently located in Forster, NSW

Cape Hawke Specialist Centre, Suite 6, 10 - 12 South St, Forster NSW 2428

Mon- Fri: 8:00am to 5:00pm

Free parking available

Are problems with incontinence, the side effects of pregnancy or even prolapse stopping you from doing the things you love and living life to the fullest?

Would you like to regain the confidence to exercise freely and without pain, so you can maintain a healthy body and lifestyle?

Forster Tuncurry Physiotherapy & Allied Health provides a comprehensive women’s health physiotherapy service for women who are suffering from pelvic pain or dysfunction, as well as a broad range of related general health conditions.

We have a women’s health physiotherapist who will give you caring, confidential and high-quality management in all areas of women’s continence, pregnancy and pelvic floor disorders.

Kaitlin holds qualifications in women’s health (Women’s Health through the Life Stages - lvl 1A, Women’s Pelvic Health Physiotherapy - lvl 1A and Mandy Roscher’s course Women’s Pelvic Health: Foundations and Fundamentals) and pleased to be able to be able to offer women’s health services to the women of the Forster Tuncurry region.

What causes damage to women’s pelvic floor muscles?

While the biggest predictor of pelvic floor weakness in women is multiple vaginal deliveries, your pelvic floor can also be damaged by:

chronic constipation and straining
constant coughing
lower levels of oestrogen after menopause
pelvic floor muscle tension caused by painful period
supporting the weight of the uterus during pregnancy
surgery that requires cutting the pelvic floor muscle
weight gain and obesity

What conditions do we treat with our women’s health physiotherapy services?

Our women’s health physiotherapist will give you caring, confidential and high quality management in all areas of women’s continence, pregnancy and pelvic floor disorders.

We can help you to manage a wide range of women’s health conditions and symptoms, including:

Antenatal conditions – pelvic girdle and low back pain, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Bowel dysfunction – problems with constipation or control of wind or faeces
Prolapse of pelvic organs – including bladder, bowel or uterus
Pain in your pelvic, abdominal or vulva region
Pain with sexual intercourse
Pre- and Post surgery – hysterectomy, anterior/posterior wall repair, caesarean delivery
Postnatal conditions – pelvic floor weakness, neck, back or perineal pain, 6 week check-up
Pelvic floor and abdominal muscle weakness – Including poor awareness of how to exercise these muscles correctly or effectively.
Stress Incontinence – leakage of urine when you run, laugh, cough or sneeze
Urge incontinence – leakage when you have a strong and sudden urge to go to the toilet but don’t make it in time

PelvichHealth Self-Check Quiz

This quick self-check helps you understand your pelvic health and what support may help. Tick any statements that

apply to you. No personal details are required.

Give yourself 1 point for each answer in each section below (excluding 'None').

Bladder & Bowel

Leakage when coughing, laughing, or exercising
Strong urgency to urinate
Frequent toilet visits
Constipation or straining
Loss of bowel control
None of the above

Pain & Discomfort

Pelvic region
Lower abdomen
Lower back
Hips or tailbone
Pain during intimacy
No pain

Life Stage

Currently pregnant
Postnatal (within 2 years)
Planning pregnancy
Peri/menopause
None of the above

Daily Impact

Not at all
A little
Moderately
A lot
Severely

Activity Limitations

Exercise confidently
Lifting or carrying
Playing sport
Sleeping well
Social activities
Intimacy
None

Duration

Less than 1 month
1–3 months
3–6 months
Over 6 months

Understanding your results

0 -1

Low risk- your pelvic health appears well managed.

2 - 3

Early signs- preventative support may help.

4 - 6

Moderate- pelvic health physiotherapy is likely beneficical.

High priority- professional assessment is recommended.

This self-check provides general information only and does not replace professional medical advice.

For personalised support, speak with our pelvic health physiotherapy team.

Our treating physiotherapist Kaitlin Roberts

Our Women’s Health Physiotherapy services can significantly improve your quality of life.

We start with a confidential and private assessment of the pelvic floor and abdominal muscles, bladder and bowel function at our local clinic in Forster.

This assessment gives our women’s health a good understanding of the various factors that affect your condition so we can design a treatment program to suit your specific condition and lifestyle.

If you would like to have a confidential conversation with Kaitlin please call 02 6554 5225.