A simple guide featuring pelvic health physiotherapist Liz Childs.

Our one-page Pelvic Floor Guide is a simple, easy-to-follow resource featuring pelvic health physiotherapist Liz Childs. It explains how to correctly activate these important muscles, to help maintain pelvic health and bladder and bowel control.

Suitable for people of all ages and fitness levels, this quick guide is a great starting point for anyone wanting to better understand and care for their pelvic floor.

You can also download a more printer-friendly version here.

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Guide

Pelvic Health Guide

Inside the guide, you will find advice on pelvic floor muscle basics, including simple explanations, practical tips and demonstrations, and where else to find help. Featuring videos from experienced pelvic health physiotherapists Liz Childs and Leanne Wait.
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