As we embark on a new year filled with resolutions and fitness aspirations, it's essential to shed light on a crucial aspect often...

Childbirth is a powerful journey, but it can bring physical challenges too. One of these challenges is perineal tearing. What's Perineal...

Perimenopause and menopause mark significant transitional phases in a woman's life. Perimenopause, often referred to as the menopausal...

Bladder leakage can be quite a problem for women in my practice, even those who have never experienced the joys of childbirth. Suddenly,...

Pelvic girdle pain (PGP) is a common discomfort experienced by many expectant mothers, affecting approximately 1 in 5 women. Although PGP...

Pelvic organ prolapse may not be a common topic of discussion, but it can be very distressing when your organs start to descend. Just...

Today, we're talking about running and pelvic floor problems. If you're someone who loves to run but also loves to pee your pants a...

Ah, tailbone pain. The bane of our existence, the thorn in our side, the pain in our you-know-what. But fear not, with a few simple...

Hey there māmā-to-be! Congratulations on your pregnancy! Growing a human being inside you is no easy feat, and you are doing an...

It can be confusing to know what the difference is between your common physios who treat your ankle sprains and low back pain compared to...

Check out this opinion piece I wrote for Stuff.co.nz https://www.stuff.co.nz/opinion/130006955/the-final-irony-in-accs-belated-response-t...

1 October 2022 will mark a significant date for women, with ACC coverage finally being extended to include maternal birthing injuries....

Whangarei Shelley Solomon Freshstart Physiotherapy in Whangarei and Kerikeri. Treat everything pelvic health (+lymphoedema) - women, men,...

I have always enjoyed running throughout my life. I ran in high school, ran in university and completed lots of short events (5k/10k) and...

Congratulations! You’re a mamma now. Motherhood is wonderful, but it’s also a time of relentless busyness and chaos which can lead to...

Whilst most of us aren’t able to travel overseas due to COVID-19, we are lucky enough to enjoy holidays within our own bubble. Planning...

Constipation is a common complaint in pregnancy and affects many pregnant women and the post partum period. During pregnancy, it’s likely...

Finding out that you are pregnant is so exciting and the last thing on your mind is your pelvic floor or your pelvic organs. Why would it...

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Pregnancy might seem like the perfect excuse to sit back and relax. However, it’s important to keep active during and following pregnancy...