Well Woman Physio

Well Woman Physio 🌟 PhysioForYou with Esther
🩺 Specialist MSK Physiotherapist
🎓 17 years experience | Masters Qualified
✨ Helping you move better, live better!

This came to me after remembering a (slightly frustrating) conversation I had a few years ago. I’d arrived (a little) la...
11/11/2025

This came to me after remembering a (slightly frustrating) conversation I had a few years ago. I’d arrived (a little) late for work, and a young male colleague — no kids, full night’s sleep, coffee in hand — suggested I just “set my alarm earlier.”

I couldn’t help but reply, “Had you woken up at 5:30am in a pool of your 2-year-old’s urine this morning?” 🤪
As that had been my wake up call!

The problem isn’t the alarm clock (honestly, what parent of a toddler even needs one?!). It’s the never-ending list of things that need doing — and the unexpected chaos that comes with them.

So this is a shout-out to all the parents, carers, and busy humans doing their absolute best. You’re not failing — you’re juggling the impossible. ❤️

And here at Well Woman Physio, we get it. There’s no judgement here — only understanding, compassion, and support. 💕

15/10/2025

When someone says, “Oh, I thought physios just did massages!” 🙄💆‍♀️
Sure, Janet. And surgeons just hold scalpels for fun. 😌

Physiotherapy is so much more than hands-on work — we assess, diagnose, prescribe movement, and help people get back to doing what they love. 💪

Massage can be part of what we do, but it’s just one tool in a very big toolbox. 🧠✨

13/10/2025

Menstrual Cycle & Injury Risk

Did you know? 🏃‍♀️ Female athletes may face a higher risk of injuries at certain points in their menstrual cycle.

Hormonal fluctuations can affect ligament strength, muscle performance, and overall injury susceptibility.

Key Insights from recent research:
✨ Luteal Phase: Higher incidence of joint & muscle injuries in teens (14–18 years).
✨ Pre-Menstruation: Football players were 6x more likely to get muscle injuries just before their period.
✨ Ovulation: Peak estrogen may increase ligament laxity → higher risk of ACL injuries.

💡 Takeaway: Training and recovery plans should consider the menstrual cycle to reduce injury risk and boost performance.
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References:
1. Injury Risk During the Menstrual Cycle in Elite Adolescent Athletes, Frontiers in Sports, 2025: PMC Link
2. Female Athletes & Injury Risk Across Menstrual Cycle, UCL, 2024: UCL News
3. Hormonal Influence on Ligament Laxity, Springer, 2024: Springer Link

11/10/2025

💥 MYTH BUSTED: “Lifting weights is bad for my pelvic floor!” 💪

Here’s the truth ⬇️

Strength training doesn’t damage your pelvic floor — when done well, it can actually make it stronger!

The pelvic floor is made up of muscles, and like any other muscle group, it benefits from being trained and challenged progressively. The key is technique, breath, and load management — not avoiding movement.

✅ When you lift:
• Exhale on effort to manage pressure
• Use good alignment and posture
• Build up your load gradually
• Work with a pelvic health physio or trained coach if you’re unsure

What’s actually bad for your pelvic floor?
👉 Holding your breath and bearing down
👉 Lifting beyond your current strength level
👉 Ignoring symptoms like heaviness, leaking, or pressure

With the right guidance, lifting weights can help:
✨ Improve core stability
✨ Support bladder control
✨ Boost confidence and body function

So no — lifting isn’t the problem. It’s how we lift that matters.

💬 Have you avoided lifting because of pelvic floor worries? Drop a comment — let’s chat about how to get you lifting safely and confidently!

Really enjoyed this educational events!!! Lots to take away and put into practice to help knees get stronger and more re...
09/10/2025

Really enjoyed this educational events!!! Lots to take away and put into practice to help knees get stronger and more resilient!!!

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