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Pelvic Floor Symptoms

Physiotherapy support for leaking, urgency, heaviness, pelvic pressure and other pelvic floor symptoms.

Pelvic floor symptoms are common, but that does not mean you have to just put up with them. Physiotherapy can help you understand what is going on and build a clear plan for comfort, confidence and daily movement.

What this is

What are pelvic floor symptoms?

Pelvic floor symptoms can include leaking, urgency, heaviness, pelvic pressure, discomfort, pain, difficulty relaxing, or feeling less confident with exercise and daily movement. These symptoms can happen after pregnancy or birth, around menopause, or at other stages of life.

The pelvic floor does not work on its own. It is connected to your breathing, core, hips, posture, strength and daily habits. Physiotherapy helps identify what may be contributing to your symptoms and what support your body needs next.

Common signs

Common pelvic floor symptoms

Leaking with movement

Leaking when you cough, sneeze, laugh, lift, run, jump or exercise.

Pelvic heaviness

A heavy, dragging or pressured feeling in the pelvis, often worse after standing, walking, lifting or busy days.

Urgency or frequency

Needing to rush to the toilet, going more often than usual, or feeling worried about not making it in time.

Exercise uncertainty

Avoiding running, jumping, gym work, Pilates, sport or certain movements because you are worried about symptoms.

Difficulty relaxing

Feeling tension, difficulty relaxing, discomfort, or struggling to fully empty your bladder or bowels.

Core and pelvic support

Feeling less supported through your core, pelvis or lower back during lifting, walking, standing or exercise.

Pricing

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Initial Physiotherapy Assessment

A full first appointment to understand your symptoms, history, movement and goals, and agree a clear plan from there.

Initial Physiotherapy Assessment

£60

60 mins

A full first appointment to understand your symptoms, history, movement and goals.

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Pelvic Health Physiotherapy session

£50

45 minutes

A focused session to support pelvic floor health and clear next steps.

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5 Follow-up Block

£225

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5 x 45 mins

Five follow-up appointments for ongoing support, rehab and longer-term progress.

FAQs

Pelvic floor symptoms FAQs

Will I need an internal assessment?

Not always. It depends on your symptoms, goals and what feels clinically appropriate. Garance will explain the options clearly first, and you stay in control throughout. Nothing is done without your consent.

Can I bring my baby to the appointment?

Pre-crawling babies are welcome at the home clinic. The appointment can pause for feeding, changing or settling, so you do not need to worry if your baby needs you during the session.

Can physiotherapy help with heaviness or prolapse symptoms?

Pelvic health physiotherapy can often help you understand what affects heaviness, pressure or prolapse-type symptoms. Support may include breathing, pelvic floor coordination, strength work, lifting strategies, activity changes and guidance around returning to exercise.

Is this only for women after birth?

Pelvic floor symptoms can happen after pregnancy and birth, but they can also happen at other stages of life. You might book for leaking, urgency, heaviness, pelvic pressure, discomfort, bladder symptoms or feeling unsure about your pelvic floor.

How many appointments will I need?

This depends on your symptoms, goals and how your body responds. Some women need one appointment for reassurance and a clear plan. Others benefit from follow-ups to progress exercises, strength, confidence and symptom management.

Feel comfortable in your body again

You don't have to live with the worry of leaks or heaviness. Let's work together to rebuild your confidence and trust in your body.