Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy in Hyderabad
Bladder leakage after childbirth. Pelvic pain. Prolapse. These are common, treatable conditions — not something to accept as 'normal after having a baby'.
Pelvic floor dysfunction affects a large proportion of women in India — particularly after childbirth — but remains vastly under-discussed and under-treated due to social stigma. Dr. Harisha at Sri Anand Hospital provides specialist pelvic floor physiotherapy and postnatal rehabilitation for women experiencing stress incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, postpartum diastasis recti, pelvic pain, and return-to-exercise guidance after delivery.
Key Points
- Pelvic floor dysfunction causes urinary incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, and sexual dysfunction — all treatable.
- 1 in 3 women who have had a vaginal delivery develop some degree of pelvic floor weakness.
- Pelvic floor physiotherapy has an 80% success rate for urinary stress incontinence.
- Surgery for prolapse is avoidable in many cases with a structured physiotherapy programme.
- Post-partum pelvic floor assessment at 6 weeks is now recommended as routine care.
1 in 3
post-partum women have pelvic floor weakness
Source: IUGA / Cochrane
80%
success rate of pelvic floor physio for incontinence
Source: Cochrane Review 2022
Conditions We Treat
Stress Urinary Incontinence
Bladder leakage triggered by coughing, sneezing, laughing, jumping, or exercise. Caused by weakened pelvic floor muscles after childbirth or with age. Pelvic floor exercises (Kegels) are the gold-standard first-line treatment.
Pelvic Organ Prolapse
Feeling of heaviness, bulge, or dragging in the pelvis — caused by pelvic floor ligament and muscle laxity allowing pelvic organs (bladder, uterus, rectum) to descend. Conservative physiotherapy can significantly reduce symptoms.
Postnatal Diastasis Recti
Separation of the abdominal midline muscles after pregnancy. Causes a 'gap' in the tummy, back pain, and core weakness. Specific exercise rehabilitation is more effective than general core exercises.
Perineal Pain and Scar Healing
Perineal tears and episiotomy scars after delivery can cause pain with sitting, intercourse, and daily activities. Physiotherapy — scar massage, desensitisation, and pelvic floor relaxation — significantly improves recovery.
Return to Exercise After Delivery
Premature return to high-impact exercise after delivery (running, HIIT, jumping) before the pelvic floor has recovered causes lasting damage. We guide safe, progressive return-to-exercise timelines.
Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy Programme
Assessment of Pelvic Floor Function
A confidential, thorough assessment of pelvic floor muscle strength, coordination, endurance, and relaxation — establishing a baseline to guide exercise prescription.
Pelvic Floor Muscle Training (Kegels)
Structured, progressive pelvic floor strengthening — correct technique is critical. Many women do Kegels incorrectly. We teach correct technique with biofeedback when needed.
Pelvic Floor Relaxation
Hypertonic (too-tight) pelvic floor causes pain rather than weakness symptoms. Relaxation techniques, breathing exercises, and soft tissue release address this distinct problem.
Scar Tissue Massage
For postnatal perineal scars and C-section scars — scar massage after appropriate healing time reduces adhesion, improves sensitivity, and reduces pain.
Home Programme and Lifestyle Advice
Bladder training, fluid management advice, toilet positioning, safe lifting techniques, and a progressive home exercise programme — self-management skills are at the core of our approach.
Why Choose Sri Anand Hospital?
Treated by: Dr. Harisha · MPT (Physiotherapy) · Women's Health & Postnatal Physiotherapy
"Leaking urine when you cough, sneeze, or exercise is not an inevitable consequence of childbirth — it is a treatable pelvic floor problem. Most women suffer in silence for years because they are embarrassed to mention it. A 6-week physiotherapy programme resolves this completely in the majority of cases."
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