Lisa Yates Physiotherapy

23/03/2026

So many of my patients report recurrent UTIs and/or thrush (like one issue alone isn't enough to deal with!)

This easy-to-understand article written by a well-known Gynaecologist gives insight into why those pesky issues can keep returning - and how to help your body recover...

Finished your antibiotics, but your UTI came back right after? If you're a menopausal woman dealing with recurring UTIs, here's why it keeps happening.

06/11/2025

This is not a topic that anyone is that comfortable talking about, but it can hugely affect a man’s
confidence and impact his relationships.

When ED impacts a relationship, both partners feel it.
In this live webinar on Wednesday 19 November at 4PM AWST, I’ll be joined by my colleague and Nurse Practitioner Kate Ternahan for a deeply honest conversation about how erectile dysfunction affects not just men, but their partners too.

We’ll be speaking with a woman from Victoria who supported her partner through ED—and went on to start a support group for others in similar situations.

Together, we’ll talk about:
– The emotional and relational challenges ED can bring
– How to communicate and stay connected through it
– Why support and shared understanding matter so much

If you’re a partner, or supporting someone through ED, this is for you. You are not alone.

Register now – link in bio.

18/10/2025

And a very important day indeed….

💜 It’s World Menopause Day! (18 October)

This year’s theme is Lifestyle Medicine – all about how the way we eat, move, rest, and manage stress can make a big difference to how we feel through menopause. 🌿

Menopause can sometimes affect bladder and bowel health too – things like hormonal changes, pelvic floor strength, or tissue support.

But here’s the thing 👉 you’re not alone, and there are ways to support your continence and feel more confident every day – small changes can make a big difference 👇
✨ Pelvic floor support
✨ Healthy habits
✨ Talking with your GP or physio

💡 Check out our practical info and tips here:
continence.org.nz/adults-information/menopause-and-continence

📞 Need someone to talk to? Call our free helpline: 0800 650 659

18/10/2025

This is a worrying trend in the UK…. https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2025/oct/17/pregnant-women-in-england-at-growing-risk-of-serious-injury-in-childbirth?CMP=fb_gu&utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Facebook&fbclid=IwZnRzaANf2AZleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHsOqZpFJkt2WPqeaPXqJyJfeC7HPBMRYXFVS9a04nQKF0wYLxNU9d5Wz5o0S_aem_y422UzEcQIX3wMKz9K1oeg =1760688332

NHS figures show number of mothers sustaining third- or fourth-degree perineal tear has increased by 16% since 2020

24/09/2025

I am always astounded by the lack of knowledge surrounding use of va**na oestrogen. Hopefully information like this help unless. https://www.rachelrubinmd.com/education?fbclid=IwdGRjcANBRQpleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHslhCyGZl3zoWrYJPv6wLUrs0MB7yPicvb1Dz_R5Rr7UbB4fjWha0I-WyAzc_aem_fcNG82Crr9UHRq5Vj9yzMg

Educate yourself on s*xual medicine. The doctors at the Rachel Rubin MD Urology and Sexual Medicine educate their patients as well as help educate and train other clinicians.

01/09/2025

Following on from my last post- tomorrow there is a great learning opportunity for straight Talk on Peyronie’s Disease: What Every Man Should Know with Melissa Hadley Barrett

In this 1-hour session, I will break down Peyronie’s disease in a clear and straightforward way. I’ll cover causes, treatment options, and practical ways men can manage it with confidence. It will be a safe, open space to learn and ask questions without judgement.

Date & Time: Wednesday, 3 September 2025, 6:00 PM (AWST)
Register here: Zoom Webinar Link https://rshealth.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=0d72ce3ec9f942b762c7d6818&id=0c59c4ca85&e=01975838d7

Send a message to learn more

28/08/2025

Today I wanted to do a shout out to Melissa Hadley Barrett in Australia who is doing great things to help men (and couples) to restore s*xual well-being. Together with my friend Jo Millios she recently launched the 200th episode of their amazing Podcast - the P***s Podcast.
https://thepen*sproject.podbean.com/e/200-episode-200-wow-pen*ses-podcasts-personal-growth-%e2%80%93-melissa-reflects/

Why should you listen in?

This excellent pod cast will cover:

Why it’s time to stop joking about pen*ses
The emotional side of male s*xuality
What men really want after prostate cancer (hint: it isn’t just erections)
Products that have changed lives—and a few that scared her husband
New conversations about sounding, Ta**ra, and intimacy beyond in*******se
You can expect: Great Empathy, humour & curiosity
Real stories help others feel seen, supported, and less alone
You will learn that s*xual health is about connection, not just erections
There is no one-size-fits-all solution, but there is always a way forwardWhy

In this milestone 200th episode, the tables are turned as Dr Amy Pearlman interviews The P***s Project's own Melissa Hadley Barrett. From wet hair and time zone mix-ups to powerful patient stories and favourite s*x toys, this episode is a heartwarming, hilarious, and deeply honest look into what Mel...

25/07/2025

15/06/2025

It’s world Continence awareness week!! Did you know over 25% of all Kiwis suffer from issues with their bladder/bowel or even both. You are not alone and help is often much simpler that you imagine….

08/04/2025

What we have always known…

Good to see this large international study from Edinburgh university looking at the impact of diet on endometriosis.

As nutritional therapists following a functional medicine approach this is nothing new and diet has a significant role to play in reducing inflammation. But we also consider many more aspects such as gut health and liver detoxification which have a profound effect on hormone balancing. We also consider the impact of environmental toxins on oestrogen levels and regarding food it gets even more complex for some as increased histamine from mast cell activation can contribute to pain and inflammation. Interestingly increased oestrogen can cause increased histamine and vice versa so it can become a vicious cycle. As always the key is in finding your why.

“Dietary changes could reduce the pain of endometriosis for half of those living with the disease, a new study suggests. The largest international survey ever conducted on diet and endometriosis, involving 2,599 people, found 45% of those who stopped eating gluten and 45% of those who cut out dairy reported experiencing an improvement in their pain.

When women cut down on coffee or other caffeine in their diet, 43% said their pain was reduced, while 53% of women who cut back on alcohol reported the same.

Philippa Saunders, senior author of the study and professor of reproductive steroids at the University of Edinburgh, said: “It really feels like we are on the cusp of something pretty big with understanding how diet affects endometriosis symptoms.”

https://www.theguardian.com/society/2025/apr/05/major-endometriosis-study-reveals-impact-of-gluten-coffee-dairy-and-alcohol

16/03/2025

Good news for those with Endo!

'This will really help, especially young women who are learning to manage the disease.'

11/03/2025

Meet Lisa
Lisa is equal parts humbled and excited to be back on the theatre stage after a 28yr hiatus. She's spent the last chapter of her life being a mum and wife and serving the local community in her pelvic health physiotherapy practise.
After reading the script for The Ladies Foursome, Lisa had a defining moment; she knew it was now or never to re-kindle her early love of performance. She is thrilled to be playing Connie, who is larger than life, unapologetically herself and just a little bit naughty!

Tickets are on sale now
https://www.trybooking.com/nz/VVB