Take Back Control: Pelvic Health During Menopause

Menopause is a natural stage in a woman’s life, but many don’t realize how much it can impact pelvic health. Hot flashes and mood swings often steal the spotlight, but changes in your pelvic floor muscles can lead to frustrating (and sometimes embarrassing) issues like:

- Leaking when you laugh, cough, or sneeze (stress incontinence)
- Frequent urges to urinate
- Pelvic pain or discomfort
- Painful sex (due to vaginal dryness or tight muscles)
- Heaviness or bulging in the pelvis (signs of prolapse)

The good news? Pelvic health physiotherapy can help!

Why Does Menopause Affect the Pelvic Floor?

During menopause, dropping estrogen levels cause changes in pelvic tissues, leading to:
- Weaker muscles (contributing to leaks or prolapse)
- Thinner, less elastic vaginal tissues (leading to pain or irritation)
- Changes in bladder and bowel function

Many women assume these issues are just part of aging but they don’t have to be!

How Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy Can Help

A pelvic health physiotherapist specializes in assessing and treating these concerns with:
 Personalized exercises (Yes, there’s more to it than Kegels—sometimes relaxing the muscles is key!)
 Manual therapy (Gentle techniques to improve mobility)
 Lifestyle & posture tips (Small changes can make a big difference)
 Safe guidance for returning to exercise (Without making leaks or prolapse worse)

When Should You See a Pelvic Health Physio?

Consider booking an appointment if you:
- Avoid running, jumping, or laughing hard because of leaks
- Feel pressure or heaviness in your pelvis
- Experience pain during sex
- Struggle with bladder or bowel control
- Want to prevent problems before they start

Don’t Suffer in Silence, Help Is Available!

Pelvic floor issues are common, treatable, and nothing to be embarrassed about. Whether you’re newly menopausal or years into this phase, it’s never too late to improve your pelvic health.

Ready to take control? Book a consultation today. We’ll work with you to create a plan that’s comfortable, effective, and tailored to your needs.