Sylvia Farrell, Pelvic Health Physiotherapist, Galway

24/04/2026

So why might we leak while exercising? Well there are various reasons;

💦 The urethral sphincter may not be working well.
💦It could be because of damage to the facial support of the bladder neck.
💦Muscles maybe unable to cope with the impact, coordination, load or pressures generated by the exercise.

There’s no 1 reason and it maybe a combination of issues. If you are leaking with exercise get assessed, find out why and then you can rehab.
your pelvic floor

17/04/2026

Well without bony kneecaps. They have soft cartilage which changes to bone between ages 2-6. Check out your little ones knees 👶

10/04/2026

05/04/2026

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03/04/2026

Did you know it’s not just those that have had babies that can leak?
If you experience leakage it’s a message from your body that things aren’t quite working as they should.

You can have a really strong pelvic floor and still leak… why? Many reasons. My advise is to go get assessed and get a plan specific to your needs….

27/03/2026

Yes you read the right and apparently there’s no difference between men and women !!!! If you have not got control of this wind some pelvic floor muscle and sphincter training will help.

20/03/2026

This is a natural part of pregnancy and there is nothing you can do to prevent it. This line is thought to be caused by fluctuating hormones. It genereally fades away with time after baby is born.

15/03/2026

All women mother

13/03/2026

That’s an average of about 6-7 times daily. If you feel like you go way more or way less than this average and it's bothering you a pelvic health physio could help.

08/03/2026

To all the women I cross paths with daily, each unique, strong, brave, vulnerable, intelligent and a force of nature in their own right. I am always amazed at ALL that women do and achieve. Thank you for trusting to include me in your journey.

To all the wonderful females worldwide working, sharing, educating and researching in the field of pelvic health. You are improving future outcomes for everyone. You inspire me, teach me, support me, you challenge and empower me. Thank you

06/03/2026

27/02/2026

And this all happens automatically! Isn’t it just a wonderful group of muscles… so long as it’s functioning well and can withstand the impact.

If the workload is too much for your muscles at the time it can lead to issues with leakage or prolapse symptoms. Link in with your local pelvic health physio if you are having any symptoms.
I’m available for appointments in Galway city. Book online via the link in my bio or call 091-727777 for appointments.