For Her Physiotherapy

03/09/2025

We all know that good heart health is essential for our overall health and wellbeing…but did you know that heart and cardiovascular diseases are the leading cause of death for women in Australia?

Acute heart attack symptoms are often more subtle in women and can be missed for many months. It’s important to be aware and know the signs - if in doubt, get it checked out!

Recognising any additional risk factors for your heart health can help your GP monitor for symptoms earlier and can allow you to make supportive lifestyle choices for yourself.

As physiotherapists, we LOVE educating women about exercise and supporting their movement choices…being additionally trained in pelvic floor function, we can also take any pelvic floor concerns into consideration for you.

02/09/2025

As physiotherapists working in Women’s Health, we love educating women about their bodies and supporting their general health knowledge throughout all life stages.

It is our goal for women to feel informed, empowered and confident to use their voice with respect to any health conditions.

Some of our favourite books that we regularly loan to patients are listed above - do you have any to add?

02/09/2025

01/09/2025

Jean Hailes Women’s Health Week 2025
Day 1 - Every Check Matters!

Health checks save lives - having a relationship with a regular GP can help you keep track of when to start screening for certain conditions or informing you of changing health priorities as you age.

Alternatively, click on the link in comments to explore the Jean Hailes “Her Health Check”.

01/09/2025

The Jean Hailles Women’s Health Week 2025 is here, and it’s time to ‘Say yes to you’! ❤️
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Each day this week shines a spotlight on different health topics to help you prioritise your health and wellbeing.

If you’re not already familiar with the wonderful work of the team, check out their website or follow them on social media.

15/07/2025

In 2024 one of our physios Emily and her colleagues investigated and published research investigating the barriers and facilitators in the access of pelvic healthcare for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Men and Women.

To improve pelvic health care, several considerations should be further researched and addressed:

✅ Telehealth services to bridge geographical barriers
✅ Employment of Aboriginal health workers with training in pelvic health management
✅ Integration of pelvic health services within existing Aboriginal Controlled Health Organizations
✅ Developing strong and trusting partnerships with Aboriginal communities
✅ Offering same-sex clinicians for Women’s Business and Men’s Business
✅ Aboriginal-specific artwork, signage, and health promotion materials to enhance cultural connection and safety

A holistic approach is key, along with:

💬 Clinical yarning to foster trust and understanding
⏱️ Longer consultation times to ensure adequate care
🧠 Trauma-informed care with a deep understanding of the cultural context of shame
💪 Commitment to cultural safety and respecting cultural values

We need to create a space where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities feel heard, understood, and respected. Everyone deserves culturally safe care for their pelvic health. 🌱

The artwork used for this post is called "Women on Country" by Daisy Hill of , who graciously gave permission to use for this post. We thought this artwork to be beautifully relevant to refer to as we highlight the importance of women coming together on country to collaborate for a better future.

Wise EM, Morgan MA, Biggs ED, Ellis BH, Joseph MC, Say ML, Yanitsas LT, Bullen JC, Conley BR, Lin IB, Ng L, Beales DJ. A systematic search and narrative review of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women and men pelvic health care: demonstrated need for improvement. Aust J Prim Health. 2024

25/06/2025

🌸 Let’s talk about Pelvic Organ Prolapse (POP) 🌸

Pelvic Organ Prolapse is a condition that affects roughly 1 in 3 women at some point in their lifetime, but many feel too embarrassed to speak up. We’re here to change that and reduce the stigma.

Here are some key things you should know:

- Pelvic organ prolapse is common and treatable — it’s nothing to be ashamed of.
- POP is dynamic and doesn’t always get worse with age.
- Your body is not ‘broken’ — it’s just signaling that it may need some support.
- There are many effective treatment options, including conservative treatments before considering surgery.
- Exercising won’t necessarily worsen your prolapse — in fact, it can help!
- Pelvic floor physiotherapy is an excellent first-line treatment, helping with muscle training, bladder and bowel management, lifestyle modifications, and even pessary fitting (yes, our physios can do this in-clinic!).
- We also collaborate with three of the best obstetrician/gynecologists in Toowoomba and will work closely with your GP to ensure you receive the most comprehensive care tailored to your needs.

Don’t suffer in silence — support is available, and your pelvic health matters. If you’re concerned about POP or would like to learn more, reach out. You don’t have to go through it alone. 🌷

13/04/2025

Introducing KATE BARRY, our newest member to the For Her Physiotherapy team and Evolve Women’s Health family!

Kate completed a Bachelor of Science and then decided to pursue her passion for Physiotherapy, graduating from James Cook University in 2021.

After being involved in a Women’s Health research project during her undergraduate degree, Kate knew that this was the area of Physiotherapy she wanted to work in.

Kate and her partner, Kurtis, have recently bought their first home in Toowoomba. If she isn’t at work, you’ll find Kate going for a run, playing the piano or travelling the world!

For now, Kate will be offering Saturday appointments.

02/02/2025

It’s been a long few months but I am so very grateful to everyone for their support.

It will be great to get back to work again tomorrow.

Kris 💕

06/10/2024

Did you know that coffee is a great bowel stimulant and can be an effective part of your morning routine to keep you regular!

Anyone else like to start their morning like this?

06/06/2024

Do you ever notice an increased urge to wee when feeling cold? Or the need to toilet more often?

It’s not just in your head, there is an actual physiological explanation to it all!

Cold diuresis is the body’s way of preserving heat when feeling cold. In response to a drop in body temperature, your blood vessels constrict to reduce blood flow to the skin and maintain warmth around the internal organs.

This results in reduced fluid loss (eg. sweat) and increased pressure centrally which induces diuresis (increased urine production). The increased urine output will require you to toilet more often AND the rapid filling rate of your bladder from the diuresis may increase your sense of urgency to toilet.

Take home message - keep warm!

But if your urgency to get to the toilet is becoming bothersome, make an appointment - we’d love to meet you!

Kris, Sarah & Emily

12/05/2024

HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY

It is a privilege to work with all of our new and older mums and mum’s to be.

May you all have a wonderful day celebrating or being celebrated 💕

Much love,
Kris, Sarah & Emily