In short
Women's health physiotherapy — also called pelvic health physiotherapy — treats pelvic floor, pregnancy, postnatal and menopause-related problems, using physiotherapists with specialist postgraduate training. In London, clinic sessions commonly cost £90–£140 and home visits £110–£160, and no GP referral is needed. It is highly effective for problems such as leaking, pelvic pain and abdominal separation.
What is women's health physiotherapy?
It is a specialist branch of physiotherapy focused on the pelvic floor, abdominal muscles and related conditions across a woman's life. Therapists complete additional training beyond a standard physiotherapy degree. The treatment is conservative and evidence-based: it works with pregnancy pain, postnatal recovery, pelvic floor dysfunction, bladder and bowel symptoms and menopause-related changes, and in mild to moderate cases it usually avoids the need for surgery.
FlexAura offers women's health physiotherapy as home visits, which many women prefer after a birth for privacy and because it solves the childcare problem. The women's health physio page explains the service; this guide covers what to expect and how to choose a specialist.
Conditions treated
| Condition | Common symptom | Read more |
|---|---|---|
| Stress incontinence | Leaking when coughing, laughing or lifting | Pelvic health for men too |
| Pelvic organ prolapse | Heaviness or dragging in the pelvis | Physio for older adults |
| Diastasis recti | A gap or doming along the tummy midline | Physiotherapy at home |
| Pelvic girdle pain in pregnancy | Pain in the pubic area, groin or back | Home visit physiotherapy |
Women's health physiotherapy by life stage
| Life stage | Common focus | Typical timeline |
|---|---|---|
| Pregnancy | Pelvic girdle pain, safe exercise guidance | As needed through pregnancy |
| Postnatal | Pelvic floor recovery, scar care, return to exercise | From six weeks to six months, sometimes longer |
| Menopause | Urinary symptoms, bone health, joint comfort | Ongoing as needed |
How to find the right specialist in London
- Verify HCPC registration on the official register.
- Ask what specific women's health or pelvic health training the therapist holds. Not every physiotherapist is trained in it.
- Look for POGP membership — Pelvic, Obstetric and Gynaecological Physiotherapy is the relevant professional network.
- Confirm the consent process for any internal examination. It should always be optional and never required to begin treatment.
- Many women delay booking out of uncertainty about what to expect. A first session is largely conversation and gentle assessment, with the pace always set by you.
Frequently asked questions
- What is women's health physiotherapy?
- Specialist physiotherapy for pelvic floor, pregnancy, postnatal and menopause-related problems, delivered by physiotherapists with additional training in pelvic health.
- How much does it cost in London?
- Clinic sessions in London commonly cost £90–£140 and home visits £110–£160. FlexAura's home visits are £110 for a first visit and £99 for follow-ups, London included. See prices.
- Are internal examinations always required?
- No. An internal assessment is the most accurate method, but it is always optional; external assessment and, in some clinics, ultrasound are alternatives.
- Can I have women's health physiotherapy at home?
- Yes. Home visits are common, especially after a birth — they offer privacy and avoid the childcare problem. Book a home visit and mention it's a women's health concern so we match you with a physiotherapist trained in it.
Conclusion
Leaking, pelvic heaviness and persistent pain are common, but they are not something you have to accept. Women's health physiotherapy is well established across London, and most conditions improve substantially with the right guided programme.
FlexAura's HCPC-registered, DBS-checked physiotherapists offer women's health home visits across London and the UK. Tell us what you need when you book and we'll match you with a physiotherapist trained in pelvic health — or say so honestly if we can't. Women's health physio · Book online.
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