Business Details
8 Years
experience
Expert Pelvic Physiotherapy in Hobart
Founded in 2018, Pelvic Physio is a specialized women's health practice dedicated to addressing pelvic floor dysfunction and related conditions. Our team of APA Titled Physiotherapists brings extensive clinical expertise to treating bladder and bowel issues, pelvic organ prolapse, chronic pelvic pain, and sexual dysfunction. We combine evidence-based practice with personalized care, empowering women through education and self-management strategies. Our clinicians hold advanced qualifications in continence management, pelvic pain treatment, and trauma-informed care.We serve Hobart and surrounding areas from our clinic in the TasWomen Suite, maintaining active memberships with leading professional organizations including the Australian Physiotherapy Association and Continence Foundation of Australia. Our commitment extends beyond clinical practice through community initiatives supporting women's health access in Ethiopia and local Aboriginal communities.
Services
Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy
Bladder and Bowel Treatment
Pelvic Organ Prolapse Management
Chronic Pelvic Pain Therapy
Sexual Dysfunction Treatment
Endometriosis Pain Management
Pessary Fitting
Postnatal Rehabilitation
Pelvic Girdle Pain Treatment
Bowel Urgency Solutions
Details
- Year established: 2018
Highlights and features
- APA Titled Physiotherapists with postgraduate Masters qualifications
- Specialized training in pelvic pain and trauma-informed care
- Evidence-based treatment protocols developed through clinical research
- Community initiatives supporting women's health access in Ethiopia
- Active members of leading professional organizations
Associations and certifications
- Australian Physiotherapy Association
- Australian College of Physiotherapists
- Continence Foundation of Australia
- Pelvic Pain Foundation of Australia
- International Pelvic Pain Society
What people say
Compassionate care
Effective treatment
Knowledgeable staff
Safe environment
Personalized approach
Services
Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy
Specialized treatment for pelvic floor dysfunction addresses bladder and bowel control issues, organ prolapse, and sexual pain. Our physiotherapists use manual techniques, exercise programs, and patient education to restore normal function. Evidence-based interventions target both symptoms and underlying causes for long-term improvement.
Chronic Pelvic Pain Therapy
Comprehensive management of persistent pelvic pain conditions including endometriosis, vulvodynia, and pudendal neuralgia. Treatment combines manual therapy, pain neuroscience education, and movement retraining. Our trauma-informed approach creates safe environments for addressing complex pain presentations through individualized care plans.
Bladder and Bowel Treatment
Specialized interventions for urinary and fecal incontinence, urgency, and frequency issues. We address stress and urge incontinence through pelvic floor strengthening, bladder retraining, and lifestyle modifications. Bowel management includes biofeedback training and dietary guidance to improve bowel control and reduce symptoms.
Pelvic Organ Prolapse Management
Conservative treatment for pelvic organ prolapse using pessary fitting, pelvic floor exercises, and load management strategies. Our physiotherapists provide symptom relief through targeted strengthening programs and activity modification education to prevent progression while maintaining quality of life.
Postnatal Rehabilitation
Specialized recovery programs address pelvic girdle pain, diastasis recti, and pelvic floor weakness following childbirth. We combine musculoskeletal treatment with progressive exercise programs to restore core stability and functional capacity while addressing individual postpartum health concerns.
People
Rachel Andrew
Founder & APA Titled Physiotherapist
APA Titled Continence and Women's Health Physiotherapist with Masters qualifications in Continence and Women's Health. Specializes in pelvic pain treatment and trauma-informed care. Holds professional certifications in prolapse management and pessary fitting. Active member of Australian Physiotherapy Association and Continence Foundation of Australia.
Shannon Murphy
Physiotherapist, Pelvic Health
BSc. Physiotherapy graduate currently pursuing Clinical Masters in Continence and Women's Health. Special interest in pregnancy-related pelvic girdle pain and postnatal rehabilitation. Focuses on exercise-based programs for pelvic floor recovery. Member of Australian Physiotherapy Association with experience in remote women's health services.
Questions
What conditions do you treat?
We specialize in bladder and bowel dysfunction, pelvic organ prolapse, chronic pelvic pain, sexual pain conditions, endometriosis management, and postnatal rehabilitation.
Are your physiotherapists qualified?
Our team includes APA Titled Physiotherapists with postgraduate Masters qualifications in Continence and Women's Health, plus specialized training in pelvic pain management.
Do you offer pessary fitting?
Yes, we provide pessary fitting and management as part of conservative prolapse treatment options.
How do I book an appointment?
Contact us directly at 03 6214 3333 or visit our website to schedule your initial consultation at our Hobart clinic.
What should I expect in my first visit?
Initial assessments include detailed history taking, physical examination, and development of personalized treatment plans tailored to your specific pelvic health concerns.
Do you accept private health insurance?
We recommend checking with your private health fund regarding coverage for physiotherapy services and pelvic floor treatments.
