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Did you know that 30% of new mums are affected by urinary incontinence…60% of women experience painful intercourse in the first year post birth…and 50% of women will experience pelvic organ prolapse at some stage in their life after having a baby!
Prior to 6 weeks postnatal:
Whether you have had a vaginal or caesarean delivery, it is highly recommended you supplement your 6-week check with your doctor with an individual postnatal assessment with a women’s health physiotherapist. To help us ensure your review is at a time most convenient for you and your family, we recommend booking your '6-week Postnatal Physio Review' as soon as possible.
The physiotherapists at Subiaco Women’s Health provide treatment for breastfeeding issues on the maternity ward and at outpatient consultations. At Subiaco Women’s Health we understand the importance and benefits of breastfeeding and therefore prioritise appointment bookings for breast treatments. If you are unsuccessful finding an appointment online please call (08) 9382 9600.
Mansi is a Continence and Pelvic Health physiotherapist, who has completed her Masters in Clinical Physiotherapy majoring in Continence and Pelvic Health at Curtin University. She has 7 years of experience in physiotherapy, having worked at SportsMed Subiaco (now Subiaco Women’s Health) for the last 4 years.
She provides both outpatient services and inpatient maternity services. Outpatient services include private physiotherapy consultations, clinical pilates, antenatal pilates classes and antenatal pool classes. Mansi is experienced in working with women during pregnancy and postnatally and is passionate about helping women return to exercise safely post birth and achieve their goals. She treats pregnancy-related musculoskeletal conditions (sacroiliac joint pain, low back/sciatic pain, pubic symphysis dysfunction, and coccyx pain), rectus abdominis diastasis/abdominal separation, breastfeeding issues (cracked nipples, blocked ducts, and mastitis). Mansi also specialises in the management of bladder and bowel dysfunction, pelvic pain and sexual dysfunction, and pelvic organ prolapse in adults at all life stages.
Mansi’s treatment approach is evidence-based and holistic, with a focus on empowering patients with knowledge so they can take charge of their own symptoms.
Whilst Mansi is not at work, she enjoys camping and 4WD adventures, cooking and reading.
Elyse graduated from Griffith University (QLD), with a Bachelor of Exercise Science and a Masters of Physiotherapy in 2015. Since then, Elyse has worked extensively as a Physiotherapist and a Clinical Pilates Instructor in a Sports and Women’s Health area in Melbourne and Perth.
Elyse has studied the Masters of Women’s, Men’s and Pelvic Health at Curtin University. Elyse is passionate about pelvic health, especially through pregnancy and the postnatal period. She has a keen interest in helping women return to exercise and sport after having a baby.
She also has a special interest in assessing and treating the pelvic and lower back pain. Elyse uses a combination of hands on therapy, education and exercise prescription to get the best possible outcome for her clients.
In her spare time, Elyse enjoys pilates, going to the gym, reading a good book on the beach and spending time with friends, family and two dogs.
Jess Graduated from Curtin University with a Bsc Physiotherapy. Since graduation she has worked
both in both maternity and rehabilitation settings in public health and private practise. Her
experience and interest are in assisting women during the antenatal and postnatal period. As a
mother of 3 she empathises with her clients and feels it is a great privilege to be able to work with
them on their own perinatal journey. She has undertaken further studies in pelvic health and also
works with the management of bladder and bowel dysfunction, pelvic pain and pelvic organ
prolapse.
Rebecca graduated from Curtin University with a Bachelor of Science (Physiotherapy) in 2018, and is a member of the Vice Chancellor’s list, which recognises students in the top 1% of their course for excellent academic achievement. Rebecca is currently in the process of completing her Masters in Clinical Physiotherapy (Continence and Pelvic Health Major), after developing a special interest in Women’s Health.
Rebecca has 5 years of clinical experience working as a Physiotherapist having worked at some of the most reputable clinics in Sydney. Rebecca is a certified Pilates clinician through the Australian Physiotherapy and Pilates Institute and is experienced in running clinical Pilates classes and prescribing individual therapeutic exercises based on each patient’s presentation. Rebecca is also competent in Dry Needling (certified by the Australian Physiotherapy Association), which she incorporates into her treatment as necessary.
Rebecca is passionate about helping women through the life stages achieve their goals by tailoring treatments to each individual and basing her management on the latest evidence and research. Rebecca is experienced in treating pregnancy-related musculoskeletal conditions such as lower back pain and pelvic girdle pain. She is also competent in providing physiotherapy services for pelvic floor conditions such as incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, sexual dysfunction and pelvic pain. Additionally, Rebecca will be able to assist patients manage inflammatory conditions of the breasts and rectus abdominus diastasis. Rebecca will be available for 6-week postnatal checks to address any pelvic floor concerns and help women return to exercise safely.
Outside of work, Rebecca enjoys dancing, practising Yoga and spending time with her family and friends.
Lucy has been practicing Women’s Physiotherapy for 17 years and has a strong sense of compassion for and gains enjoyment from helping women through all life stages.
Prior to Physiotherapy, Lucy studied Psychology and Human Movement and then worked in the fields of Health Promotion, Human Resource Management and Injury Management before returning to study Physiotherapy which she completed in 2003. Initially working as a Musculoskeletal Therapist as well as doing Exercise Rehab with Seniors, she was introduced to Women’s Health shortly after the birth of her first baby. Since then she has worked extensively in both inpatient and outpatient settings. In 2015 Lucy completed postgraduate courses in Women’s Health and she continues to actively participate in professional development. She has clinical experience treating a range of conditions including all antenatal and postnatal, pelvic organ prolapse, pelvic pain, sexual pain, and bladder and bowel conditions. Lucy loves helping women return to exercise after baby!
When relaxing Lucy enjoys playing floorball, running, extend barre and pilates, walking her dog, reading and spending time with her family and friends.
Anna is an APA Women’s, Men’s and Pelvic Health Physiotherapist. She has 11 years of clinical experience in physiotherapy and has completed her Masters in Clinical Physiotherapy at Curtin University, specialising in Continence and Women’s Health. She is passionate about providing a holistic, patient-centred, evidence-based approach with every client. She enjoys supporting women throughout their perinatal journey. She provides inpatient maternity care, outpatient appointments and antenatal and postnatal pool classes.
Anna is experienced in assessing and managing a variety of physical conditions, including: pregnancy-related back and pelvic girdle pain (including sacroiliac and sciatic pain, pubic symphysis dysfunction, tailbone pain), rectus abdominus diastasis, breastfeeding issues (such as cracked nipples, blocked ducts and mastitis), prolapse, lower urinary tract symptoms, anorectal symptoms (including faecal incontinence and constipation) and pelvic pain (including dyspareunia and persistent pelvic pain conditions). She is also experienced in treating men with lower urinary tract symptoms, particularly after treatment for prostate cancer.
Anna has recently returned to Subiaco Women’s Health after spending some time abroad. While away she enjoyed working at The Portland Hospital in London and had her first child. Outside of work she enjoys spending time with friends and family.
Kayla has completed the Master of Clinical Physiotherapy at Curtin University, specialising in Continence and Pelvic Health. She has over 10 years clinical experience and has worked in a range of settings across WA, Melbourne and the UK.
Throughout her career, Kayla has worked in a range of prestigious institutions, including the Royal Women’s Hospital, the Australian Prostate Centre, and the Australian Institute of Sexology and Sexual Medicine. These roles have provided her with a unique and diverse perspective on pelvic health, enabling her to treat a wide variety of conditions and offer tailored care for individuals of all ages and backgrounds.
With a compassionate and patient-centred approach, Kayla strives to empower her patients to take an active role in their recovery. She is deeply passionate about helping individuals achieve optimal pelvic health, regain control over their bodies and achieve their health goals wherever they are in their journey. Her approach combines manual therapy, exercise rehabilitation and education to empower her patients and improve their quality of life.
Kayla provides both inpatient maternity care and outpatient pelvic health appointments. She has a strong clinical interest in, and is dedicated to providing evidence-based, compassionate care to patients with persistent pelvic pain, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver holistic and individualised treatment plans. She also has sound experience in providing perinatal care, including return to exercise assessments, treatment for breastfeeding issues, rectus abdominus diastasis and musculoskeletal pain. Kayla also provides treatment for a range of men’s pelvic health conditions, particularly pre and post prostate cancer treatments.
Outside of work, Kayla enjoys eating out with family and friends, spending time at the beach and hiking in the great outdoors.
Carly graduated from Trinity College Dublin with a Bachelor of Science (Physiotherapy) Honours degree in 2022. She was presented with both the Ruth Christie and Anne O Brien awards, which recognise the student with the highest scores in both clinical practice and written examinations. She has 3 years of physiotherapy experience, working in the largest teaching hospital in the Republic of Ireland, St James’ Hospital. Additionally, Carly is a certified Pilates instructor with the Australian Physiotherapy and Pilates Institute and has been delivering clinical Pilates classes for the past 2 years.
Her interest in the field of pelvic health began during a student placement in Ireland’s largest maternity hospital, and further grew when working alongside gynaecology patients and medical teams in St. James Hospital’s surgical wards. During her time on the gynaecology team, she developed a new patient service for postoperative sexual health and wellbeing alongside the clinical nurse specialist.
Carly has experience working with women in all stages of life including; antenatal, postnatal, perimenopause, post menopause and post gynaecology/pelvic surgery. She has also completed further training in London with Pelvic Obstetric and Gynaecological Physiotherapy (POGP) to assess and treat pelvic floor conditions such as incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, sexual dysfunction and pelvic pain.
Carly is passionate about women’s health, and enjoys sharing this with her patients. Her treatment approach is patient centred, evidence-based and holistic. Her aim is to empower patients to take charge of their symptoms, and improve their quality of life.
Outside of work, Carly enjoys exercising in the gym and Pilates studio, as well as cooking new recipes and listening to podcasts about anything and everything!
The childbearing year is a time when the female body undergoes many changes. A women’s health physiotherapist may be able to help you with these changes, both antenatally and with recovery postnatally.
Download PDF BrochureSportsMed Subiaco offers a variety of exercise options for pregnant women and new mothers wanting to maintain their fitness and strength during this special time.
Download PDF BrochureIt is recommended you see a Women’s Health physiotherapist after your 6-week check-up with your obstetrician. The physiotherapist will assess your pelvic floor to make sure you are safe to return to exercise and will also prescribe you an individualised program to optimise your recovery.
Download PDF BrochureIt is recommended you see a Women’s Health physiotherapist after your 6-week check-up with your obstetrician. The physiotherapist will assess your pelvic floor to make sure you are safe to return to exercise and will also prescribe you an individualised program to optimise your recovery.
Download PDF BrochureSubiaco Women’s Health Physiotherapists can provide care for common breastfeeding issues after giving birth, including Cracked Nipples, Blocked milk ducts and Mastitis…
Download PDF BrochureIf you would like more information, please call today on (08) 9382 9600 and one of our physiotherapists will be happy to help you.
