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Fiona Healy -Women's Health Physiotherapist

Fiona Healy Chartered Physiotherapist. Specialist in Women's Health. Specialising in pregnancy and post-natal dysfunction.

Fiona Healy O' Connor Chartered Physiotherapist.

10/08/2026

✨ 3 Things I Tell Every Woman With Pelvic Organ Prolapse

1️⃣ Manage Constipation
Constipation and straining increase pressure on the pelvic floor and can worsen prolapse symptoms.
Focus on:
💧 Hydration
🌾 Fibre
🚶‍♀️ Daily movement
🚽 Good bowel habits
Sometimes improving bowel health can make a significant difference to symptoms.

2️⃣ Strengthen The Whole System
Pelvic floor health is about more than pelvic floor exercises.
Your pelvic floor works alongside:
✔ Glutes
✔ Deep abdominal muscles
✔ Diaphragm
✔ Hips
Building whole-body strength helps your body manage everyday loads more effectively.

3️⃣ Don't Stop Moving
Many women become fearful of exercise after a prolapse diagnosis.
But avoiding movement isn't usually the answer.
The goal is to find the right exercise, at the right intensity, for your body.
Movement supports:
💪 Strength
❤️ Health
🦴 Bone density
😊 Confidence
💛 A prolapse diagnosis doesn't mean the end of exercise, lifting, running, or living an active life.

With the right support, many women continue doing the activities they love.
Pelvic organ prolapse is common.
Suffering in silence shouldn't be.
If you're experiencing heaviness, pressure, or a bulge sensation, a pelvic health physiotherapist can help guide you.

One of the biggest myths about prolapse is that you should stop exercising and avoid lifting altogether.
In reality, prolapse management is often about improving how the body manages load, addressing contributing factors such as constipation, and building confidence through strength and movement.
A prolapse diagnosis is not the end of being active. It may simply mean taking a different approach. 💛

07/08/2026

Thank you for this lovely review

04/08/2026

❌ MYTH 1: Leaking after having a baby is normal

✔️ FACT: While leaking is common, it is not something you should simply accept.
Leaking is a sign that your pelvic floor or pressure management system may need support, and pelvic health physiotherapy can help.

30/07/2026

💧 Still leaking despite doing your pelvic floor exercises?
If you've been diligently doing your pelvic floor exercises but are still experiencing leaking, you're not alone.
Here are 3 common reasons why your symptoms may not be improving 👇

1️⃣ The technique might not be quite right
Pelvic floor exercises can be surprisingly difficult to get right.
Many women unknowingly:
• Hold their breath
• Squeeze their glutes or inner thighs
• Bear down instead of lifting
If the muscles aren't working as intended, you may not see the results you're hoping for.

2️⃣ Your pelvic floor muscles may be too tight
Not all pelvic floor dysfunction is caused by weakness.
Sometimes the muscles are already working too hard and remain in a constant state of tension.
In these cases, learning how to relax and coordinate the pelvic floor can be just as important as strengthening it.

3️⃣ The issue may not be your pelvic floor alone
Your pelvic floor doesn't work in isolation.
It works alongside your:
✔ Breathing
✔ Deep core muscles
✔ Glutes
✔ Hips
If these areas aren't functioning well, the pelvic floor may struggle to cope with the demands placed upon it.

💬 The key takeaway?
Leaking is not always a sign that you need to do more pelvic floor exercises.
It may be a sign that you need the right exercises.
✨ That's why assessment matters.
A pelvic health physiotherapist can help identify what's really contributing to your symptoms and create a plan that's tailored to you.

28/07/2026

✨ 4 Ways to Relax Your Pelvic Floor
When we talk about pelvic floor health, the focus is often on strengthening.
But for many women, learning how to relax the pelvic floor can be just as important.
A pelvic floor that is constantly switched "on" may contribute to:
• Pelvic pain
• Pain with s*x
• Urinary urgency
• Difficulty emptying the bladder or bowels
• Ongoing tension and discomfort
Here are 4 simple ways to help your pelvic floor relax 👇

🌬️ 1️⃣ Diaphragmatic Breathing
Your diaphragm and pelvic floor work together.
As you breathe in, allow your ribcage to expand and your belly to soften.
Think of your pelvic floor gently dropping and relaxing with each inhale.

🤍 2️⃣ Release Your Jaw and Belly
Did you know that tension in the jaw often goes hand-in-hand with tension in the pelvic floor?
Try:
• Unclenching your jaw
• Letting your tongue rest softly in your mouth
• Allowing your belly to soften instead of constantly holding it in
Sometimes relaxation starts from the top down.

🧘‍♀️ 3️⃣ Pelvic Floor Release Stretches
Gentle stretches can help reduce tension around the pelvis and hips.
Examples include:
✔ Child's pose
✔ Happy baby
✔ Deep supported squat
✔ Hip-opening stretches
Move slowly and focus on your breath.

👩‍⚕️ 4️⃣ See a Pelvic Health Physiotherapist
If symptoms are ongoing, getting assessed is one of the most valuable things you can do.
A pelvic health physiotherapist can determine whether your pelvic floor is:
• Tight
• Weak
• Overactive
• Poorly coordinated
And help create a treatment plan tailored specifically to you.

💬 Remember: a healthy pelvic floor should be able to both contract and relax.
Pelvic health isn't just about squeezing—it's about balance.

24/07/2026

💛 International Self-Care Day | July 24th
When we think about self-care, it's easy to picture spa days, fancy skincare routines, or wellness trends.
But as a pelvic health physiotherapist, I'd like to offer a different perspective:
✨ Sometimes the best self-care is getting the basics right.
Before you worry about doing more, ask yourself:
💧 Have I hydrated well today?
🚶‍♀️ Have I moved my body, even for a few minutes?
🌈 Have I eaten colourful, nourishing meals?
⏸️ Have I taken a break and allowed myself a moment to pause?

🤍 These simple habits can have a powerful impact on:
• Energy levels
• Bladder and bowel health
• Recovery from exercise
• Pelvic floor function
• Mental wellbeing
• Overall health

As women, we are often caring for everyone else first.
Today is a reminder that looking after yourself doesn't have to be complicated.
A short walk.
A bottle of water.
A proper lunch.
Five minutes to sit and breathe.
These things matter.

✨ Self-care isn't always about adding more to your to-do list.
Sometimes it's about returning to the foundations that help your body function at its best.
This International Self-Care Day, be kind to yourself and start with the basics.

16/07/2026

✨ 4 Common Pelvic Health Myths — and the Facts Behind Them
There is still so much misinformation around pelvic health. Let's separate fact from fiction 👇
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❌ MYTH 1: Leaking after having a baby is normal
✔️ FACT: While leaking is common, it is not something you should simply accept.
Leaking is a sign that your pelvic floor or pressure management system may need support, and pelvic health physiotherapy can help.
❌ MYTH 2: Pelvic floor problems only affect older women
✔️ FACT: Pelvic floor symptoms can affect women at any age.
We see pelvic floor dysfunction in teenagers, athletes, women during pregnancy, postnatally, during menopause, and beyond.

💛 The bottom line
Just because a symptom is common doesn't mean you have to live with it.
Pelvic health concerns deserve assessment, support, and evidence-based care.

13/07/2026

💪 Menopause, Exercise & Why Strength Training Matters
When it comes to menopause, exercise is one of the most powerful tools we have to support our health.

But not all exercise is created equal.

While walking, swimming, and Pilates all have their place, strength training is particularly important during and after menopause.

🤍 Why?
As oestrogen levels decline, women naturally experience changes in:
• Muscle mass and strength
• Bone density
• Metabolism
• Balance and stability
• Recovery from exercise
Without regular strength training, these changes can accelerate over time.

✨ The benefits of strength training during menopause
✔ Builds and maintains muscle mass
✔ Supports bone health and reduces osteoporosis risk
✔ Improves balance and confidence
✔ Supports joint health
✔ Helps maintain independence as we age
✔ Boosts energy and overall wellbeing

🤍 Don't forget the pelvic floor
Your pelvic floor is a group of muscles, and like other muscles in the body, it responds to exercise and load.

Strength training can help:
• Improve pelvic floor muscle function
• Support bladder control
• Help manage symptoms of prolapse
• Build confidence in movement and exercise
The key is ensuring your pelvic floor is able to contract, relax, and respond appropriately to load.

💬 More isn't always better
The goal isn't to do endless pelvic floor exercises or spend hours in the gym.

It's about finding the right combination of:
✨ Strength training
✨ Cardiovascular exercise
✨ Mobility work
✨ Pelvic floor health

💛 Menopause is not a time to stop exercising.

It's a time to exercise smarter, build strength, and invest in your long-term health.
Your future self will thank you.

09/07/2026

Thank you so much for your positive feedback. It means a lot to hear the positive impact pelvic health physiotherapy is having on women's lives.

06/07/2026

💜 July is Fibroid Awareness Month
Did you know that fibroids are one of the most common gynaecological conditions affecting women?
Fibroids are non-cancerous growths that develop in or around the uterus. While some women experience no symptoms, others can be significantly impacted by them.
Common symptoms may include:
• Heavy menstrual bleeding
• Pelvic pressure or pain
• Frequent urination
• Constipation
• Lower back pain
• Pain during s*x
• Abdominal bloating or fullness
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🤍 What does this have to do with pelvic health?
Living with fibroids can place increased demands on the pelvic floor and surrounding muscles.
Heavy bleeding, pelvic pain, pressure symptoms, and changes in bladder or bowel function can all affect a woman's quality of life and confidence in daily activities.
Some women may find themselves:
• Avoiding exercise
• Planning their lives around their periods
• Living with ongoing pelvic discomfort
• Feeling frustrated that their symptoms are dismissed as "normal"
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✨ How can a pelvic health physiotherapist help?
While physiotherapy does not treat the fibroids themselves, it can help manage the symptoms associated with them by:
✔ Supporting pelvic floor function
✔ Addressing pelvic, hip and lower back pain
✔ Helping with bladder and bowel symptoms
✔ Supporting safe exercise and movement
✔ Providing strategies to manage symptoms and improve quality of life
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💬 The key message this Fibroid Awareness Month
Heavy periods, pelvic pressure, pain, and bladder symptoms should not be ignored.
If fibroids are affecting your daily life, know that support is available and that a multidisciplinary approach can make a real difference.
You deserve to be listened to, assessed, and supported.

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