Women’s Health Joondalup
The Arena Joondalup Physiotherapy team is experienced in treating the issues that are related to women’s health. Incontinence and other pelvis floor problems, prenatal and postnatal exercise prescriptions, postmenopausal health and osteoporosis prevention and acute conditions like mastitis or blocked milk ducts can all be addressed at our clinic.
A few quick questions:
- Do you sometimes feel you have not completely emptied your bladder?
- Do you have to rush to use the toilet?
- Are you frequently nervous because you think you might lose control of your bladder or bowel?
- Do you wake up twice or more during the night to go to the toilet?
- Do you sometimes leak before you get to the toilet?
- Do you sometimes leak when you lift something heavy, sneeze, cough or laugh?
- Do you sometimes leak when you exercise or play sport?
- Do you sometimes leak when you change from a seated or lying position to a standing position?
- Do you strain to empty to bowel?
- Do you sometimes soil your underwear?
- Do you plan your daily routine around where the nearest toilet is?
If you answered ‘yes’ to any of these questions you may have a bladder or bowel control problem.
Call us now to discuss further, or click on contact us to make a booking online to get set up with your treatment.
Pelvic Floor Dysfunction
Real-time ultrasound imaging is a safe, noninvasive way to assess the pelvic floor dysfunction by looking at the lower abdomen. Breathing patterns are also evaluated since proper diaphragmatic breathing is an essential component of pelvic floor function. With our state-of-the-art ultrasound, you can see the contraction of pelvic floor muscles and will learn how to correctly perform the exercises that contract and relax this muscle group.
Mastitis/Blocked Milk Ducts
A clogged milk duct can be quickly alleviated with therapeutic ultrasound. If left untreated, mastitis can result. It sets on rapidly with the sufferer getting a fever, sharp pain in the breast and rigors. It is best to seek attention immediately if you suspect you may have a blocked duct.
Pre- and Post-Natal Exercises
Pregnancy is a time of remarkable change. It’s essential to exercise safely yet effectively. As pregnancy progresses, weaknesses in joints and muscles may become apparent. Once your baby is born, your pelvic floor should be addressed, and a strong lower back is vital for carrying your baby around. Our physiotherapists can prescribe an exercise program that’s right for you before and after birth.
Osteoporosis
Calcium in the bones decreases with age, leaving you susceptible to osteoporosis. A programme that involves weight-bearing exercises can decrease the loss of bone density. Walking and lifting weights or concentrating on your balance may be recommended to strengthen your bone dentistry and prevent falls, which is a common cause of fractures. Your physiotherapist will further advise you on healthy lifestyle habits to keep you strong and functioning.
Request an Appointment
To seek help on issues involving women’s health Joondalup , contact Arena Joondalup Physiotherapy today! We’d be happy to schedule you for your first appointment. Health funds are accepted at our clinic, as well as Medicare.