by Natasha Russell | Aug 24, 2023 | Womens Health & Pregnancy Physio
Bowel habits are often not talked about. This is a shame because problems with the bowel can have a huge impact on a person’s life, causing issues such as bowel urgency, constipation, leakage of faeces and gas. In addition, we often find that problems with the bowel...
by Natasha Russell | Aug 24, 2023 | Womens Health & Pregnancy Physio
Constipation is a common problem, affecting up to 32 % of people globally. It can be uncomfortable in itself, and often worsens many bladder, prolapse, and pelvic pain complaints. This is the reason I ask about constipation in all the women who come to see me with...
by Natasha Russell | Mar 17, 2023 | Womens Health & Pregnancy Physio
Menopause is a time of great transition for women around the 50 year old plus mark. As ovarian function ceases, women have a reduced amount of oestrogen in their bodies. This can lead to various changes around the body, including the bladder, vagina, and vulva....
by Natasha Russell | Mar 9, 2023 | Womens Health & Pregnancy Physio
Often as we go through life, we know that the way our bladder functions can change. Some people may need to get up through the night more often to go to the toilet. Some may now have to wear a pad to be able to play tennis or golf. Or others may find they are...
by Natasha Russell | Aug 29, 2022 | Womens Health & Pregnancy Physio
As you know, pregnancy results in many bodily changes. Up to 80 % of women experience a degree of blood pooling in the lower legs, often starting in the first trimester. This is due to several factors: the effect of oestrogen and progesterone softening the walls of...
