​Women's Health Physiotherapy in Bristol
Specialist physiotherapy support for women during pregnancy and after childbirth, focused on comfort, strength, and safe return to everyday activity.
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Pre- and post-natal physiotherapy support
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Pregnancy-related pain management
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Post-partum core and pelvic floor rehabilitation
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Appointments with an experienced women’s health physiotherapist
Women's Health Physiotherapy in Bristol
Specialist physiotherapy support for women during pregnancy and after childbirth, focused on comfort, strength, and safe return to everyday activity.
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Pre- and post-natal physiotherapy support
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Pregnancy-related pain management
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Post-partum core and pelvic floor rehabilitation
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Appointments with an experienced women’s health physiotherapist
Pre and Post-Natal Physiotherapy Support
Women's health physiotherapy supports the physical changes that occur during pregnancy and after birth. Treatment is adapted to each stage, focusing on reducing pain, supporting movement, and helping the body adjust safely.
During pregnancy, physiotherapy can help manage common discomforts such as back pain, pelvic pain, and abdominal strain. Sessions focus on gentle movement, positioning, and practical advice to support comfort and daily activity as the body changes.
After childbirth, post-natal physiotherapy focuses on restoring strength, improving posture, and supporting recovery following delivery. Treatment aims to help women feel confident moving again and returning to normal activities at a suitable pace.
Conditions and Concerns Commonly Addressed
Women may seek physiotherapy during pregnancy or after birth for a range of physical concerns. Treatment is guided by assessment and adapted to individual needs.
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Pregnancy-related back and pelvic pain​
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Pelvic girdle pain
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Abdominal discomfort during pregnancy
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Post-partum abdominal separation (diastasis recti)
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Reduced core strength after childbirth
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Postural strain from feeding and lifting
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Gradual return to exercise or sport
How Physiotherapy Can Help
Physiotherapy focuses on understanding how pregnancy and childbirth have affected movement, strength, and load through the body. Treatment is based on assessment rather than assumptions.
Sessions may include guided exercises, movement retraining, and practical advice to support daily tasks such as lifting, feeding, and caring for a baby. Exercises are external and focused on improving control, strength, and confidence.
Internal pelvic examinations are not provided. Pelvic floor rehabilitation is supported through external assessment and exercise guidance designed to promote recovery safely.
What to Expect at Your Appointment
Your appointment begins with a discussion about your symptoms, medical history, and goals. Assessment focuses on movement, strength, posture, and how daily activities are affecting your body.
Treatment is tailored to your stage of pregnancy or post-partum recovery. Exercises and advice are adjusted to be realistic and safe.
Babies are welcome at appointments if needed. Sessions may be adapted to allow for feeding or comfort breaks.
Women's Health Physiotherapy at The Storm Clinic
Women's health physiotherapy at The Storm Clinic is delivered by Cécile Declercq, a physiotherapist trained in France with experience supporting women during pregnancy and post-partum recovery.
Cécile provides personalised care, focusing on understanding how physical changes affect movement and daily life. Her approach combines assessment, guided exercise, and practical advice to support safe recovery and return to activity.
Treatment remains focused on the individual rather than a standard protocol, allowing care to adapt as recovery progresses.
