Welcome to Oak Flats Physiotherapy & Pelvic Health
Combining passion and knowledge to help you reach your goals in a comfortable and caring environment.
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Care, comfort and confidence
We realise that some symptoms and concerns are difficult to talk about. We strive to make you feel comfortable and relaxed, as we work towards your goals.
We treat a range of symptoms in both women and men.
Bladder, bowel and incontinence problems have previously been thought of as a normal part of aging or post natally. This is something we are setting out to change.
These symptoms are common but in no way are they normal - and you don’t have to put up with them. Over half the women who suffer are under the age of 50. Let’s break down the stigma and build up your quality of life.
Melinda McDowell
Physiotherapist
Graduated from University of Sydney in 2006.
Special Interest in Womens Health Physiotherapy - Pelvic floor and incontinence - Treating common symptoms for mothers.
Qualifications
Exercise and Sports Science (University of Sydney) 2004
Master of Physiotherapy (University of Sydney) 2006
Mum of three
Our Services
Our goal is to help you live a comfortable, pain free life - without restrictions on the activities you can do with your children, family and friends.
Treating a range of complaints in both men and women; including:
urinary incontinence
pelvic Organ Prolapse
faecal urgency and incontinence
constipation
painful sexual intercourse (dyspareunia)
post operative care
post prostatectomy care
Treating a range of musculoskeletal complaints and injuries including:
neck and back pain
pelvic pain
knee, hip and ankle pain
shoulder pain
osteoarthritis
chronic pain
Treating a range of complaints through all stages of a womens life; including:
pre and post natal care
6 week post natal checks
abdominal separation assessment and management
pelvic organ prolapse
menopausal associated complaints and symptoms
urinary incontinence
faecal urgency and incontinence
pelvic pain and dyspareunia
vaginismus, vulvodynia, pudendal neuralgia
overactive pelvic floor
Therapeutic and Pregnancy Massage
Therapeutic and Pregnancy massage is available with the lovely Abby in our private, relaxing clinic space.
Whether you are suffering from aches and pains in general or during pregnancy, or you are wanting to escape the stress of every day life, this is for you.
