Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy in Leicester

Pelvic floor physiotherapy at The Health Suite is focused on rehabilitation and strengthening of the pelvic floor muscles, rather than diagnosing pelvic or pelvic organ conditions.

If you already have a diagnosis or have been advised by a GP, consultant, or other healthcare professional that pelvic floor rehabilitation may be helpful, physiotherapy can support recovery through targeted exercises and muscle retraining.

If symptoms have not yet been medically assessed, patients may be advised to consult an appropriate clinician before starting rehabilitation, such as urogynaecologist Dr Aneta Obloza for pelvic floor or pelvic organ concerns, or Fatema Contractor, Mummy MOT practitioner, for post-partum pelvic health issues.

No. Pelvic floor physiotherapy at The Health Suite focuses on rehabilitation and strengthening of the pelvic floor muscles, and sessions do not involve internal examinations.

Treatment is based on guided exercises, muscle activation techniques, breathing strategies, and physiotherapy rehabilitation methods designed to improve pelvic floor strength, coordination, and overall core support.

If a patient requires medical assessment of pelvic floor or pelvic organ conditions, they may be advised to consult an appropriate clinician, such as urogynaecologist Dr Aneta Obloza or Fatema Contractor, Mummy MOT practitioner, for post-partum pelvic health concerns.

Sessions focus on guided rehabilitation exercises and physiotherapy techniques designed to strengthen the pelvic floor muscles and improve coordination.

Your physiotherapist will guide you through targeted exercises, breathing techniques, posture adjustments, and muscle activation strategies to help retrain the pelvic floor and support overall core stability.

No. Pelvic floor muscles are important for both men and women. Pelvic floor physiotherapy can support individuals of all genders who are working to improve pelvic muscle strength, bladder control, or core stability.

Pelvic floor rehabilitation is usually a gradual process, as muscle strengthening takes time. Many patients begin to notice improvements after several weeks of consistent exercises and physiotherapy sessions.

Your physiotherapist will guide you on progressive exercises and techniques to help support long-term improvement.

Yes. Pregnancy and childbirth can place significant strain on the pelvic floor muscles. Physiotherapy can support post-pregnancy recovery by helping rebuild muscle strength, stability, and control.

Structured rehabilitation can help restore pelvic floor function and support overall core stability.

Pelvic floor strengthening exercises are commonly used to help support bladder control and improve muscle coordination. Strengthening these muscles may help reduce symptoms such as leakage or urgency over time.

No referral is usually required to book pelvic floor physiotherapy at The Health Suite Leicester. However, many patients attend following medical advice or after receiving a diagnosis from a GP or specialist.

The number of sessions varies depending on the individual’s goals, muscle strength, and recovery progress. Some people benefit from a short course of rehabilitation sessions combined with exercises to continue at home.

Pelvic floor rehabilitation can be helpful for individuals recovering after certain pelvic or abdominal procedures, where improving muscle strength and function forms part of recovery.

Your physiotherapist will guide exercises appropriate for your stage of recovery.