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Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation

Restoring Strength and Function

Pelvic floor rehabilitation has proven effective in addressing and preventing various conditions, including:

Comprehensive Care for Pelvic Health

Pelvic floor rehabilitation has proven effective in addressing and preventing various conditions, including:
  • Strengthening or relaxing pelvic floor muscles
  • Managing bladder and bowel symptoms
  • Treating pelvic organ prolapses
  • Enhancing sexual satisfaction
  • Common Problems with Pelvic Floor Muscles
  • Preparing for childbirth and aiding post-birth recovery
  • Facilitating rehabilitation before and after surgery
  • Improving core stability and alleviating back problems
  • Understanding Muscle Dysfunction

Pelvic Floor Re-education Techniques

Treatment for pelvic floor dysfunction may include:

Frequently Asked Questions

The number of sessions varies based on individual needs, condition severity, and treatment response. Your physiotherapist will discuss a customized treatment plan with you.

Yes, pelvic floor rehabilitation can address sexual pain, lack of sensation, and other pelvic issues affecting sexual function.

Yes, individuals of all ages can benefit from pelvic floor rehabilitation, whether experiencing postpartum issues, post-surgical changes, or other pelvic floor concerns.

Weak Pelvic Floor Muscles: Low-tone pelvic floor muscles can lead to stress incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse. Stress incontinence involves leaking urine during activities such as coughing, sneezing, or laughing, while organ prolapse occurs when weakened muscles fail to support pelvic organs properly.

Tight pelvic floor muscles can cause urinary frequency, sexual pain, pelvic pain, constipation, and difficulty in muscle relaxation. Strengthening exercises may exacerbate symptoms if muscles are in spasm, necessitating relaxation techniques before strengthening protocols.

Wimpie van der Meijden

Wimpie graduated as a physiotherapist from the University of Pretoria and gained extensive experience in private practices in Bloemfontein. He served as the dedicated locum physiotherapist for the Free State Cheetahs rugby union. Passionate about sports rehabilitation, Wimpie co-founded WP Physios Milnerton, specializing in sports-related injuries and muscle imbalances. In 2016, he co-founded WP Physiotherapists Tokai, extending services to the southern suburbs and hospital patients at Melomed Tokai private hospital.

Nazreena Hassim

Nazreena graduated with a B.Sc in Physiotherapy from the University of Cape Town (UCT) in 2000. She gained invaluable experience at Groote Schuur Hospital before moving to the UK, where she specialized in ICU and respiratory work at Southampton General Hospital and later in outpatient physiotherapy at Barking Hospital. Nazreena holds certifications in Pilates, acupuncture, and various taping courses. Returning to South Africa in 2006, she has been active in women's health, serving as the Treasurer for the SASP Women's Health Group and working as a clinical supervisor and lecturer at UCT. Her hobbies include spending time with her family, Pilates, gym, reading, and watching movies and series.

Physiotherapy

Personalized treatment plans for optimal recovery and mobility.

Sports Massage Therapy

Specialized care for athletic recovery and performance enhancement.

Laser Therapy

Advanced light therapy for pain relief and tissue regeneration.

Pilates

Strengthening and flexibility exercises for total body conditioning.

Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation

Specialized care for pelvic floor health and recovery. Available in Tokai only.

Shockwave Therapy

Non-invasive treatment for chronic pain and musculoskeletal conditions.

Dry Needling

A therapeutic technique to find trigger points to relieve muscle pain and improve functionality.

Strapping

Support and stability for injured muscles and joints.

Physios @ Home

Convenient in-home physiotherapy services tailored to your needs.