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Cording after breast cancer surgery: what axillary web syndrome is
Cording, or axillary web syndrome, is a rope-like band of tight tissue that can appear under the arm after breast cancer surgery, and it usually responds well to hands-on physiotherapy, gentle stretching and time.
Menopause joint pain and back pain: what a physiotherapist sees and treats
Falling oestrogen drives joint and back pain in roughly 70% of women in perimenopause and menopause. The most effective treatment combines twice-weekly strength training, daily mobility, pelvic-floor-aware core work, and, where appropriate, HRT discussed with a GP or menopause specialist.
How to tell if your pelvic floor is tight or weak
A tight pelvic floor cannot fully relax and tends to cause pain, urgency or incomplete emptying. A weak pelvic floor cannot generate enough force on demand and tends to cause leaking, heaviness or vaginal flatulence. Many people have both, which is why standard Kegel advice often makes symptoms worse.
Piriformis Syndrome vs Sciatica: How to Tell the Difference and When Physio Helps
Buttock pain and pain down the leg are often labelled as sciatica, but the cause is not always coming from the spine. Piriformis syndrome can cause very similar symptoms. This article explains the difference, how physiotherapy may help identify the main driver, and when to seek assessment.
Frequent Urination in Women: Causes, Bladder Symptoms and When to See a Pelvic Floor Physio in London
Frequent urination in women is common, but it is not always caused by a small bladder. Bladder symptoms may be influenced by pelvic floor function, habits, hormonal changes, and urgency patterns. This article explains common causes, the difference between urgency and incontinence, and when pelvic floor physiotherapy may help.
Post-Operative Physiotherapy in London: How to Prepare and What Recovery Looks Like
Physio after surgery helps you regain movement, rebuild strength, and return to daily life with confidence. Learn when to start post-operative physiotherapy in London and what recovery typically looks like.
Pain During Sex and Tight Pelvic Floor Symptoms: When to See a Women’s Health Physio in London
Pain during sex or difficulty with penetration may be caused by a tight or overactive pelvic floor. Women’s health physiotherapy in London can assess and treat pelvic floor dysfunction.
Pelvic Organ Prolapse After 40: Prolapse Physio in London and Non-Surgical Options
Pelvic organ prolapse becomes more common after 40, but surgery is not always necessary. This guide explains symptoms, stages, and how pelvic floor physiotherapy in London can help manage prolapse.
Running, Gym, and Pelvic Floor Symptoms: When to See a Pelvic Floor Physio in London
Leaking during a run or feeling pelvic heaviness after the gym is common, but treatable. This guide explains why it happens and when to see a pelvic floor physio in London.