How Physiotherapists Can Help Some physiotherapists have special training, skills and experience in continence management. They can help if you have incontinence, constipation or prolapse, or simply want to learn how to use your pelvic floor muscles correctly and safely. Many women are unable to use their pelvic floor muscles correctly unless they receive individual pelvic floor muscle testing and training - simply trying to tighten the muscles is not enough. It is also important to learn to use your abdominal muscles correctly while exercising the pelvic floor. Physiotherapists in private practice are listed in the Yellow Pages under 'Physiotherapists'.
Physiotherapists also work in public hospitals and community health centres.
Contact the Australian Physiotherapy Association in your state or territory for the names of physiotherapists in your area who have a special interest in the pelvic floor and continence management. A proportion of treatment costs is rebatable under all higher table health insurance schemes. This site is designed to give general health information solely for educational purposes. Always seek the advice of your own doctor, pharmacists or other healthcare professional for questions related to your disease, disease symptoms and treatments. This site does not recommend or endorse any products, treatments, tests or medical procedures.