Pelvic Floor Exercise Programming

Pelvic floor exercises are a cornerstone of pelvic health rehabilitation, offering essential support for women experiencing pelvic pain, endometriosis, and related conditions. These specialised exercises help restore proper muscle function, reduce pain, and improve quality of life.

Understanding Pelvic Floor Exercise

Unlike general fitness exercises, pelvic floor training requires precise technique and individual customisation. Many women are surprised to learn that sometimes the pelvic floor needs relaxation and lengthening rather than strengthening. Our approach focuses on achieving the right balance of muscle tension, coordination, and control.

Comprehensive Assessment

Your journey begins with a thorough evaluation of your pelvic floor function. This helps us understand whether your muscles need strengthening, relaxation, or a combination of both. We assess muscle tension, coordination, and your ability to contract and relax these important muscles.

Personalised Exercise Programmes

Every woman's pelvic floor needs are unique. We develop customised exercise programmes that consider your specific condition, symptoms, and goals. Your programme might include techniques for muscle relaxation, gentle strengthening, or coordination training, depending on your needs.

Exercise Progression

Treatment typically moves through several phases, always at your comfort level. We begin with basic awareness exercises and gradually progress to more functional movements. This might include:

• Learning to identify and activate pelvic floor muscles
• Mastering relaxation techniques
• Developing coordination with breathing
• Integrating movements into daily activities
• Advanced exercises for specific activities

Real-World Integration

Learning exercises is only part of the solution. We help you understand how to apply these techniques in real-life situations, whether that's managing pain during intimate activities, staying comfortable during exercise, or maintaining good pelvic health throughout daily activities.

Education and Understanding

Knowledge is power when it comes to pelvic health. We provide clear explanations about:

• Your pelvic floor anatomy and function
• How various conditions affect your pelvic floor
• The connection between stress, breathing, and pelvic tension
• Strategies for long-term pelvic health maintenance

Ongoing Support

Recovery is a journey, and we're here to support you throughout. Regular review sessions help us monitor your progress and adjust your programme as needed. We celebrate small victories and help you overcome any challenges that arise.

Evidence-Based Approach

Our exercise protocols are grounded in current research and best practices in pelvic health rehabilitation. We continuously update our methods based on the latest evidence in women's health physiotherapy.

Home Program Support

Success requires consistency, so we ensure you feel confident practising your exercises at home. We provide:

• Clear written instructions
• Progress tracking tools
• Regular programme updates
• Strategies for maintaining motivation

Expert Care

At Biio, our pelvic floor exercise programmes are led by Senior Pelvic Health Physiotherapist Caitlin McPhee. Her extensive experience in women's pelvic health ensures you receive expert guidance in a supportive, understanding environment.