We're a perfect fit if...
You're tired of missing out.
Are your symptoms stopping you from doing your normal daily activities or going out in public? No matter what stage in life you are in or the obstacles that you face, we can help you become symptom free and get back to doing the things you need and love.
You want more options.
Do you feel restricted in what you can do to prevent triggering your pain or symptoms? If you are unsure what you are supposed to be doing or need help getting back to the exercise you love, we can help put a plan in place to make it happen.
You want your freedom back.
Bladder and bowel leakage, pain with sex, and vaginal heaviness are all symptoms throughout a women’s life stages. Although common, these are not normal and with help of a pelvic health physiotherapist can improve.
Physiotherapy
- Acute or chronic neck pain
- Headaches and migraines
- Shoulder impingement or bursitis
- Postural pain
- Muscle strains/tears
- Hip and knee pain
- Mid and Lower back
- Sciatica
- Ankle and foot injuries
- Sport and running injuries
- Nerve pain
At Blackwood Physiotherapy and Pelvic Health we treat a range of musculoskeletal issues. Whether you have an ache that has developed from your work or an acute sports injury, our physiotherapists have the knowledge to get you pain free and back to full recovery doing the things you enjoy. We aim to improve your strength, function and mobility to maintain the healthier and fitter you, while also preventing future injuries.
Our physiotherapy services include hands-on manual therapy, dry needling, taping, and exercise prescription. With a 40 minute initial consultation, we aim to find out the root cause of your symptoms and develop a treatment plan to achieve pain free optimal movement and function. Our goal is to make sure you know exactly what to expect from us and are comfortable with our approach collaboratively.
Pelvic Health
- Bladder dysfunction including incontinence, nocturia and urgency
- Bowel dysfunction
- Pelvic Organ Prolapse
- Sexual pain and dysfunction
- Pelvic floor dysfunction
- Men's health including incontinence and post-prostatectomy care
Optimal pelvic health is complex and often has multiple contributing factors to take into account and address. At Blackwood Physiotherapy and Pelvic Health we strive to achieve highly specialised treatment for every individual, not only treating the symptoms but addressing all elements involved. A woman's body goes through so many changes over her lifespan, and often a lot of conditions are put down to age or something that just happens. This is a common thought that we are determined to change. We aim to make conversations around incontinence and pelvic floor dysfunction more comfortable, and encourage men to reach out as well.
Pre & Post Natal
- Pregnancy related lower back and hip pain
- Pubic symphisis and pelvic girdle pain
- Pregnancy related wrist pain
- Realtime ultrasound pelvic floor assessment - for pelvic floor training as a preventative measure or early post-partum
- Post natal pelvic floor assessments
- Individualised pelvic floor training programs
- Episiotomy healing
- Mastitis and blocked ducts
- Returning to exercise post-partum
- Nerve pain
We understand first hand the overwhelming journey of pregnancy and post-partum. The body goes through significant hormonal and postural changes throughout pregnancy and then again during and following birth. This has an impact on the body which can cause common symptoms to arise including pain, discomfort, heaviness and incontinence. Our Pelvic Health physiotherapist can do so much to help with those discomforts and even prevent issues arising.
Pilates
• Improve posture
• Improve mobility and flexibility
• Improve core strength and stability
• Enhance body awareness
• Improve balance
• Work towards full body toning
• Reduce stress and improve energy
Mat Pilates is a low impact exercise class that focuses on spinal mobility, core control, and pelvic stability. It is safe and effective for everyone, no matter what experience you have. I am passionate about giving everyone the opportunity to use movement and exercise to achieve optimal movement and achieve their fitness goals pain free. It is also a great opportunity to meet other like-minded people in the community.
Our classes run for 45 minutes on a Wednesday evening at Alexandra Bridge Hall. All you are required to bring is a mat, socks (preferably grip socks) and clothes that are easy to move in. We also offer a Foundations class for those that would like to learn the basics of Pilates first, starting exercise again following having a baby or suffer from chronic pain and need to take it slow.
Initial Physiotherapy Consultation (40 minutes)
$105
For new clients or treatment for a new area of the body. Clients should expect to be listened to during the assessment to make sure your questions are answered and to collaboratively work on a treatment plan that will suit your individual needs.
Subsequent Physiotherapy Consultation (30 minutes) $95
For return clients and those that have been in for treatment within 3 months. There will be continual assessment throughout the management and we will always revisit goals to reach your full potential.
Extended Physiotherapy Consultation (45 minutes)
$145
For return clients who require two areas treated or who would like another area assessed. If you are unsure we are happy to discuss.
Initial Pelvic Health Consultation (1 hour)
$160
For clients seeking help with any continence or pelvic health condition. The assessment may consist of a functional assessment, abdominal realtime ultrasound or internal vaginal examination so please where clothing that is easy to move around in or remove if required.
Subsequent Pelvic Health Consultation (40 minutes)
$120
For return continence and pelvic health clients. There will be continual assessment throughout the management and we will always revisit goals and change as you progress.
Initial Pelvic Health Consultation (1 hour)
$160
For clients seeking help with any continence or pelvic health condition. The assessment may consist of a functional assessment, abdominal realtime ultrasound or internal vaginal examination so please where clothing that is easy to move around in or remove if required.
Subsequent Pelvic Health Consultation (40 minutes)
$120
For return continence and pelvic health clients. There will be continual assessment throughout the management and we will always revisit goals and change as you progress.
LOVE NOTES FROM OUR FAVOURITE CLIENTS
Courtney is a must-have on your postpartum recovery support team! The knowledge and passion that Courtney shared as a Pelvic Health Physio in supporting me as a new mum with my baby in tow has been monumental in me healing faster and more correctly than I ever knew possible. That journey, for me especially the first 6 months, would have been unimaginably harder without her. I recommend Courtney to all pregnant and postpartum mamas, she is the pelvic health bestie you didn’t know you needed and she is just so good at what she does!
lisa
Courtney is a phenomenal women’s health physiotherapist. I have been seeing Courtney for back and hip pain during pregnancy and she knew what was causing it straight away. After her massage, dry needling and home exercises, my pain has reduced dramatically to almost nothing and she had prevented any severe pain that it would have continued to cause. Her professionalism, caring nature and ability to listen has made such a difference to
my pregnancy!
Michaela
After 5 years of unsuccessful treatment from a back injury, I underwent surgery for a spinal fusion in 2010.
In July 2023, I suffered another disc protrusion with nerve impingement. The pain was excruciating and I could not do anything even walk was very painful. I was recommended to see Courtney and within about 4 visits surgery was out of the picture. Courtney explained everything and worked her magic. I will and have recommended Courtney!
Liz
Courtney’s Pilates class is like no other, being a physiotherapist she brings great knowledge and expertise to the classes. Courtney takes the time to make sure everyone’s form is perfect to prevent injury and get the most out of your workout. After two children my core, pelvic floor and lower back was in poor form, after her classes I’ve never felt stronger and I’m engaging muscles I never knew I had. Courtney caters for all levels of experience and is very welcoming and kind. I highly recommend!
Mischa
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