Women's health surgery & rehabilitation Brisbane southside.

Women's health surgeries are common and can lead to discomfort, pain, and physical limitations, often requiring a comprehensive rehabilitation plan. At Articulate, we specialise in the management of women's health conditions and provide tailored rehabilitation programs to help women recover and regain their strength and mobility following surgery.

Commonly Seen Women's Health Conditions Treated with Surgery
Surgery is often recommended for women's health conditions that cannot be treated with non-surgical interventions. Some of the women's health conditions treated with surgery include:

1. Breast cancer: Surgery is a common treatment option for breast cancer. The goal of breast cancer surgery is to remove the cancerous tissue while preserving as much of the healthy breast tissue as possible. Depending on the extent of the cancer, different types of surgery may be recommended, including lumpectomy, mastectomy, or reconstruction surgery.
2. Endometriosis: Endometriosis is a condition in which the tissue that normally lines the inside of the uterus grows outside of it. Surgery is sometimes recommended to remove the excess tissue and scar tissue caused by the condition. The type of surgery recommended will depend on the severity of the endometriosis and the extent of the tissue growth.
3. Uterine fibroids: Uterine fibroids are noncancerous growths that develop in the uterus. Surgery may be recommended to remove the fibroids if they are causing significant symptoms, such as heavy bleeding or pain. The type of surgery recommended will depend on the location, size, and number of fibroids.
4. Ovarian cysts: Ovarian cysts are fluid-filled sacs that develop on the ovaries. Most ovarian cysts are benign and do not require surgery. However, if the cyst is large, causing significant pain or bleeding, or if there is a risk of it being cancerous, surgery may be recommended.
5. Pelvic floor dysfunction: Pelvic floor dysfunction refers to a range of conditions that affect the muscles and tissues in the pelvic floor. Surgery may be recommended for severe cases of pelvic floor dysfunction, such as pelvic organ prolapse, which occurs when the pelvic organs, such as the bladder, uterus, or rectum, drop down into the vaginal canal.
6. Diastasis recti repair: Diastasis recti is a condition that can occur during pregnancy, in which the abdominal muscles separate and leave a gap in the midline of the abdomen. In some cases, surgery may be recommended to repair the separation. The surgery involves bringing the abdominal muscles back together and tightening the abdominal wall.
7. Hysterectomy: Hysterectomy is the surgical removal of the uterus and may also involve the removal of the cervix and other surrounding structures. It is performed for various reasons, including the treatment of uterine fibroids, endometriosis, pelvic organ prolapse, and certain gynecological cancers.
8. Oophorectomy: Oophorectomy is the surgical removal of one or both ovaries. It may be performed as a preventive measure in cases of high genetic risk for ovarian cancer, or it may be recommended to treat conditions such as ovarian cysts, endometriosis, or certain hormone-related disorders.

​Pre-operative Physiotherapy for Women's Health Surgery
Pre-operative physiotherapy can help prepare patients for surgery and improve outcomes following surgery. Our physiotherapists work with patients before surgery to assess their current physical status and develop a plan to optimise their recovery. Some of the ways pre-operative physiotherapy can help include:

1. Educating patients on exercises: We provide exercises that focus on strength and mobility, which can help patients prepare for surgery and improve their post-operative recovery.
2. Respiratory exercises: Respiratory exercises can help prepare patients for anesthesia and improve lung function following surgery.
3. Pain management techniques: Pre-operative physiotherapy can help teach patients pain management techniques that can be helpful during the recovery process.
4. Education: Our physiotherapists can provide education to patients on post-operative precautions, such as how to move and how to care for the surgical wound.

How Physiotherapy Can Help with Women's Health Surgery Rehabilitation
Physiotherapy can play a vital role in women's health surgery rehabilitation. Post-operative physiotherapy is essential in helping patients recover from surgery and regain their mobility and strength.  Our team of physiotherapists has expertise in treating women's health conditions and works closely with each patient to develop a personalised rehabilitation plan. Some of the ways physiotherapy can help with women's health surgery rehabilitation include:

1. Pelvic floor rehabilitation: We provide pelvic floor muscle training and other interventions to help women recover after pelvic surgeries and address conditions like incontinence and prolapse.
2. Scar management: We use techniques like scar massage and scar taping to help manage scars following surgery.
3. Wound care: Our physiotherapists can provide advice on wound care to help patients prevent infections and promote healing.
4. Mobilisation: Early mobilisation is essential in helping patients recover from surgery. Our physiotherapists can provide exercises and guidance on how to safely mobilise.
5. Strength training: Our physiotherapists can develop strength training exercises to help patients regain their strength following surgery.
6. Range of motion exercises: Range of motion exercises can help patients regain mobility following surgery and prevent stiffness and joint immobility.

Pain Management Techniques:
Pain management techniques can be useful in managing pain and discomfort following surgery. Our physiotherapists use a range of techniques to help manage pain, including:

1. Acupuncture: Acupuncture involves the insertion of needles into specific points in the body to help manage pain.
2. Dry needling: Dry needling involves the insertion of needles into trigger points in the muscle to help alleviate pain and improve muscle function.
3. Manual therapy: Manual therapy techniques, such as massage and joint mobilisation, can help alleviate pain and improve range of motion.

How Clinical Pilates Can Help with Women's Health Surgery Conditions
​Clinical Pilates is a form of exercise that focuses on core strengthening, stability, and control. It can be an effective adjunct to physiotherapy in helping women recover from women's health surgery conditions. Some of the ways clinical Pilates can help with women's health surgery conditions include:

1. Core strengthening: Clinical Pilates exercises focus on strengthening the core muscles, which can help with recovery after surgery and address conditions like incontinence and prolapse.
2. Stability and control: Clinical Pilates exercises focus on improving stability and control, which can help with balance and coordination following surgery.
3. Flexibility: Clinical Pilates exercises can help improve flexibility and mobility, which can be particularly useful following surgeries like mastectomy and hysterectomy.

'Our clinical exercise classes are led by physiotherapists and exercise physiologists and are claimable on private health. You can find out more about our clinical exercise classes here.

​If you are scheduled for a women's health surgery, or if you have just recovered from one our Women's Health physiotherapy team would love to help. Contact our friendly team on 07 3706 3407 or email info@articulatephysiotherapy.com.au to book your first visit, or use or online booking below.

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