Your pelvic floor might not be something you think about often—but it plays a crucial role in your overall health and quality of life. From bladder control to sexual function and even posture, this group of muscles does far more than many realize. Whether you’re recovering from childbirth, aging, or simply looking to improve core […]

Endometriosis is a chronic condition in which tissue similar to the lining of the uterus (endometrium) grows outside of the uterus, leading to pain, inflammation, and often infertility. It affects approximately 1 in 10 women of reproductive age, causing debilitating symptoms, including chronic pelvic pain, painful menstruation, and sometimes urinary or bowel issues. Though medical […]

Happy Mother’s Day! By Renée Malyon It is known to be one of the hardest things you will ever do in your life…do you ever feel completely ready for it?…many women say no. Motherhood is a ‘rite of passage’ as some call it; a truly life changing event. Here at Auckland Physiotherapy, we want to […]

By Anna Geraets, Pelvic Health Physio There is this muscle we have that we typically don’t think about, until there is a problem (leaking, pain), or we’re considering vaginal childbirth.  So, first, what is this elusive muscle?  To make things as simple as possible, our pelvic floor has 2 layers. The superficial layer (closer to […]

You're having a baby! A Women's Health physio consultation at Auckland Physiotherapy will help you understand how to keep your body to its best physical state, and what can be done to avoid or treat any pain and discomfort.