Women's Health Physiotherapy in London
London has over 100 specialist women's health physiotherapists treating pelvic floor dysfunction, pregnancy-related pain, post-natal recovery, and menopause symptoms. Women's health physiotherapy requires specialist training in pelvic health, obstetrics, and gynaecology. Whether you need pelvic floor rehabilitation in Westminster, pregnancy care in Islington, or post-natal recovery in Camden, our directory helps you find qualified women's health physiotherapists.
What is women's health physiotherapy?
Women's health physiotherapy is specialist treatment for conditions affecting the pelvic floor, pregnancy, post-natal recovery, and women's musculoskeletal health across the lifespan. Practitioners hold advanced qualifications from the Association of Chartered Physiotherapists in Women's Health (ACPWH) and treat pelvic floor dysfunction, incontinence, prolapse, pregnancy back pain, diastasis recti, and menopause-related conditions. Treatment uses internal and external assessment techniques, pelvic floor exercises, manual therapy, and lifestyle modifications.
Women's health physiotherapists complete postgraduate training in pelvic anatomy, obstetrics, continence, and women-specific conditions. Many hold MSc qualifications in Women's Health. This specialist knowledge enables effective treatment of sensitive conditions requiring clinical expertise and empathetic approach.
Who needs women's health physiotherapy?
Women's health physiotherapy benefits pregnant women experiencing pelvic or back pain, new mothers recovering from childbirth, women with urinary or faecal incontinence, those experiencing pelvic organ prolapse, women with painful intercourse, and anyone with pelvic floor weakness or dysfunction.
Common reasons for treatment:
Pregnancy - Pelvic girdle pain, back pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, preparation for labour Post-Natal - Diastasis recti, c-section recovery, pelvic floor weakness, back pain Incontinence - Stress, urge, or mixed urinary incontinence, faecal incontinence Prolapse - Bladder, uterine, or bowel prolapse management Pelvic Pain - Endometriosis-related pain, vulvodynia, painful intercourse Menopause - Pelvic floor changes, stress incontinence, pelvic pain
How much does women's health physiotherapy cost in London?
Women's health physiotherapy in London costs £75-£100 for initial assessments and £55-£80 for follow-up sessions. Specialist women's health physiotherapists typically charge £80-£95. Most clinics accept health insurance covering women's health treatment.
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Women's Health Physiotherapy Clinics by Area
Central London:
Westminster - 14 women's health specialists
City of London - 8 women's health physios
North London:
Frequently Asked Questions
Is women's health physiotherapy only for after having a baby?
No, women's health physiotherapy treats women at all life stages - pregnancy preparation, during pregnancy, post-natal recovery, pelvic floor dysfunction at any age, menopause symptoms, and pelvic pain conditions.
Will I need an internal examination?
Internal pelvic floor assessment is common but not always necessary. Your physiotherapist will explain examination procedures and obtain consent. Many issues can be assessed and treated externally initially.
Can physiotherapy help with stress incontinence?
Yes, pelvic floor physiotherapy is the first-line treatment for stress incontinence. Research shows 70% of women improve significantly with specialist physiotherapy, often avoiding surgery.