Sylvia Farrell, Pelvic Health Physiotherapist, Galway

25/07/2025

Why? Fear, shame, embarrassment, thinking symptoms are just a normal part of aging.

There are treatments available that can significantly improve or even cure symptoms be they incontinence, heaviness/prolapse, pain. Break the taboo and speak to a health professional. Pelvic health physios are well placed to assess you for any pelvic floor dysfunction.

23/07/2025

Vagin-what? Vaginismus is the involuntary response of the muscles at the opening of the va**na to resist anything entering. So the muscles contract and spasm resulting in tightening and the possible prevention of pe*******on altogether. Some people will describe vaginismus like ‘hitting a wall’ or as a ‘blockage in the va**na’ 🧱

Vaginismus can affect females of any age and there are several causes and factors involved which may be emotional, physical or both.

The good news is that yes, vaginismus is treatable and pelvic health physiotherapy can help guide you on the journey. There’s no one size fits all and treatment will depend on findings at assessment. See slides above for possible treatment options for vaginismus. Working with a psychos*xual therapist or counsellor also improves outcomes. I am lucky to work alongside a team of great psychos*xual therapists in the clinic.

If you think you have vaginismus why not attend for an assessment and start on your road to recovery. Call 091-727777 for appointments with me in Galway city. Feel free to DM me if you have any questions.

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18/07/2025

And this number declines as as we age. Physical activity is important for not only our physical wellbeing but also our mental health. Get out, get moving. Find something you love to help you stick with it.

12/07/2025

11/07/2025

Did you notice this?

They change back to their original colour after pregnancy and breastfeeding. How incredibly wonderful is the body??!

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04/07/2025

It is reported that only about 50% of people seek help. Don’t suffer in silence. Speak to your GP or pelvic health physio to see what might work for you.

Call 091-727777 for appointments with me in Galway city.

27/06/2025

nd each and every fingerprint is unique and has an eternity to it 🤩

20/06/2025

If you don’t know support is available you won’t know who to ask! Speak to your GP, public health nurse or local pelvic health physio if you are experiencing urinary incontinence. There are supports and treatment options.

Be an advocate for your yourself and get the help you deserve.

My mission is to spread awareness amongst the public that help is available, but sometimes we need to seek it out.

13/06/2025

Did/do you have any of weird cravings for things like coal, clay, chalk, paint chips …in pregnancy? 🤔Strange eh?

There is no single cause of pica, however it may be associated with a mineral deficiency in particular iron or zinc. If you have these cravings it is advisable to speak to your doctor.

06/06/2025

There is no ‘one size fits all’ for the treatment and management of pelvic pain. It is multi-factorial. A thorough assessment is essential in setting realistic goals and forming a structured plan for recovery.

Problems arising from pelvic pain may include but are not limited to pain with exercising, painful s*x, bladder urgency and frequency, difficulty emptying the bladder or bowel and bloating.

Don’t delay if you suffer with pelvic pain, there’s help available. Pelvic health physio can help alleviate and/or manage symptoms.

Call 091-727777 for appointments with me in Galway city.

23/05/2025

A prolapse is when a pelvic organ or organs descends or ‘slips’ into the va**na. This maybe most commonly the bladder, the re**um or the uterus.