Women’s Health

BaiMed Women’s Health service is the leading provider of wholistic women’s health physiotherapy in the Illawarra and Shoalhaven.

Our all-female team of physiotherapists have experience and additional postgraduate training in women’s pelvic health and seek to incorporate this knowledge into musculoskeletal practice.

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BaiMed Women’s Health service is the leading provider of wholistic women’s health physiotherapy in the Illawarra and Shoalhaven.

Our all-female team of physiotherapists have experience and additional postgraduate training in women’s pelvic health and seek to incorporate this knowledge into musculoskeletal practice.

What We Treat

Common concerns which can be addressed by women’s health physiotherapy may include:

Urinary incontinence
Prolapse management and pessary fitting
Pregnancy and preparation for birth
Postpartum assessment and rehabilitation
Bladder and bowel dysfunction
Pelvic pain and sexual discomfort
Multidisciplinary support together with local specialists (OB/GYN/UROLOGY)
Musculosketelal physiotherapy considerations across female cycle from puberty to post-menopause

Managing pelvic problems from the “inside out” means our team can provide wholistic recovery, starting with the pelvic floor, addressing related musculoskeletal symptoms and incorporating whole body function so you can get back to doing all the activities that you love best.

We are passionate about optimising the health and function of all women.

FAQs

How does women health physio differ from my other physio visits at BaiMed?

Clinic visits for women’s health physiotherapy will involve an extended 60-minute initial consultation. You will have time to share your story, complete assessment and diagnosis and be empowered to plan your recovery together with your clinician. We provide support, education and evidence-based treatment plans so that you can understand what to expect and how many subsequent visits may be required to see positive results.

Can I bring my baby?

We welcome newborn bubs into all our clinics and classes, preferably with a capsule or pram so they are safe when grown-ups are moving around the room or exercising nearby. Breast and bottle feeding is welcome during all sessions and nappy change facilities are available.

Will internal vaginal examination be necessary?

Some conditions are most accurately assessed using internal gynaecological examination, however many of our sessions can occur while a woman remains clothed if this is preferred. Vaginal examination would be performed only after full subjective history and patient education has been completed, with the informed consent of our patients. All our therapists practice trauma-informed care and appreciate the importance of confidentiality and respect for all sexual orientations and experiences

Can I attend WH pelvic physiotherapy whilst menstruating?

For your own comfort, please inform your therapist prior to the appointment if you are in the first few days of heavy bleeding in your regular cycle. Usually, sessions can continue with some modification of treatment options regardless. We acknowledge that some pelvic health conditions may cause light persistent, unpredictable bleeding. Our clinical hygiene policy means that this can be accommodated if necessary.

Locations

Womens Health Physiotherapists are available at Woonona and Kiama, with additional specialised pelvic health services being offered at Wollongong, Albion Park and Nowra. If you are unsure who to see, please refer to our WH team member profiles and videos, call the clinic or book online with whoever is convenient for your time availability and location. We all work very closely and will refer you to others in the team if necessary to make sure you get the best care customised to your specific needs and our unique skill sets and expertise.

Wollongong Clinic

Level 3, Suite 3, 354/358 Crown Street

Wollongong NSW 2500

1300 BAIMED (1300 224 633)

Performance Centre

Level 1-147 The Avenue,

Figtree NSW 2525

1300 BAIMED (1300 224 633)

Woonona Clinic

44 Hopetoun Street,

Woonona NSW 2517

1300 BAIMED (1300 224 633)