What women’s health concerns do you help with?

We help with pregnancy-related concerns such as lower back pain, hip pain, sacroiliac (SI) joint pain and pelvic pain , and postnatal concerns including diastasis recti, pelvic floor weakness and incontinence . We can also support pelvic floor muscle strengthening and stress urinary incontinence .

Is women’s health physio only for postnatal care?

Not at all. Many people benefit during pregnancy, especially when pain or changes in strength and control start to affect daily comfort and movement.

What funding options are available?

Not at all. Many people benefit during pregnancy, especially when pain or changes in strength and control start to affect daily comfort and movement.

Where are you located?

Mernda: 136 Schotters Rd, Mernda VIC 3754. Reservoir: 224A Broadway, Reservoir VIC 3073. See our Locations page for directions, parking and clinic photos at each.

Women’s Health — Assessment, Treatment & Support

Q: Do I need a GP referral?

Not for private appointments. A GP referral is required if you’re planning to claim sessions under a Medicare CDM plan .

Pregnancy back or pelvic pain, SI joint discomfort, or postnatal changes like diastasis recti or leakage?

Get respectful, evidence-based women’s health physio with clear answers and a structured plan to help you feel strong, supported and confident in your body again.

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Benefits

Care that supports your comfort, strength and confidence

Here’s what to expect from working with us — clear assessment, evidence-based treatment, and care that adapts to your goals.

Reduce pain & move with more ease

Targeted treatment and guidance for pregnancy and postnatal changes.

Rebuild strength safely

Progressive support to help you return to daily life, exercise and parenting demands.

Improve pelvic floor function

Strengthening and coaching for better control and confidence.

Feel informed and supported

Clear education, realistic expectations and a plan that adapts as your body changes.

Who It Helps

Common women’s health concerns we help with

Women’s health physiotherapy may be right for you if you’re experiencing:

Pregnancy-related lower back pain

Hip pain or pelvic girdle pain

Sacroiliac (SI) joint pain

Pelvic pain during pregnancy

Postnatal abdominal separation (diastasis recti)

Postnatal weakness or reduced core stability

Pelvic floor weakness

Stress urinary incontinence (e.g., leakage with coughing, sneezing, running or lifting)

How It Works

Your pathway to better comfort and function

Every appointment is structured around your story. Below is how we work together to get you back to what matters.

01. Assessment

We start with your story and goals. Your physio will:

Discuss your symptoms, stage of pregnancy or postnatal recovery, and daily demands

Assess movement, strength and functional patterns relevant to your concerns

Screen for contributing factors like load, posture, fatigue and activity changes

Explain what’s likely happening and outline a clear recovery plan

02. Treatment

Your care may include:

Hands-on treatment where appropriate

Targeted exercise and strengthening progressions

Pelvic floor and core retraining when indicated

Guidance for daily movement, lifting, feeding postures, walking and returning to exercise

Education that helps you understand what’s normal, what’s changeable and what needs support

03. Progress

At follow-up visits we:

Re-check symptoms and functional goals

Progress your plan safely as your capacity improves

Adjust strategies for flare-ups or changing demands

Support confident return to exercise, work and daily life

Testimonials

What Our Patients Said

Real feedback from people we’ve helped with pain, injury and movement problems across our Mernda and Reservoir clinics.

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FAQs

Affordable Pricing that Doesn't Sacrifice Quality

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Do you accept WorkCover, TAC, NDIS, DVA or My Aged Care?

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MEET THE TEAM

Meet your physiotherapists

Stephanie and Mau both see patients across our Mernda and Reservoir clinics. Click a card to read full bios and book direct.

Stephanie

Director & Senior Physiotherapist

Director and Senior Physiotherapist with almost a decade of experience in person-centred care — working from our Mernda and Reservoir clinics. Special interests in chronic pain, sports injuries, women’s health and balance/vestibular conditions.

Mau

Physiotherapist

Physiotherapist with almost 10 years across private practice, community physio and aged care. Special interests in orthopaedic rehabilitation, chronic disease management and sports injuries.