Pelvic Health

Just because pelvic problems are common, doesn't mean they're normal. These services are provided by Pelvic Solutions, combining focused experience with a holistic approach to address the underlying causes of your symptoms. We support women, men, and children of all ages, from high-performance athletes to those navigating life's changes.

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Your Pelvic Health Physiotherapists

Meet Clodagh and Steph

Clodagh Quilter, Pelvic Health Physiotherapist

Clodagh Quilter

BSc (Hons) Sport & Exercise Sciences, MSc Physiotherapy, BMAS Acupuncture

Clodagh works in pelvic health and women's wellbeing at our Wānaka clinic, supporting patients through pregnancy, postnatal recovery, incontinence, prolapse and pelvic pain. She has a particular interest in breathing pattern disorders and the integration of pelvic health with whole-body movement.

Originally from Ireland, Clodagh brings extensive international experience working with elite national athletes across swimming, AFL, rugby and tennis, alongside post-surgical rehabilitation at the Sports Surgery Clinic in Dublin. As a clinical Pilates instructor and acupuncturist, she draws on these skills alongside her musculoskeletal physiotherapy background to deliver a holistic, evidence-based approach.

MSc Physiotherapy
Clinical Pilates Instructor
BMAS Acupuncture
Stephanie Hansen, Pelvic Health Physiotherapist

Stephanie Hansen

BPhty (Dist), PG Cert Pelvic Physiotherapy

Steph has worked exclusively in pelvic health for the past seven years, helping with pelvic pain, bladder and bowel concerns, sexual dysfunction, pessary fitting, and preparing for and recovering from birth. She takes a holistic approach, listening first, then building a rehab plan you genuinely understand and can fit into a busy life.

A keen ultra trail runner, climber and mountain biker, Steph has a firsthand understanding of what it takes for pregnant and postnatal athletes to return to the sport they love. She works closely with other health professionals, coaches and trainers, and is also a yoga and Pilates instructor.

7 years Pelvic Health
PG Cert Pelvic Physiotherapy
Yoga & Pilates Instructor

Pilates for pregnancy and after birth

Mums & Bubs at 12:30pm and Pregnancy Pilates at 1:30pm, led by pelvic health physiotherapist Clodagh Quilter. Six Tuesdays from 3 November, $210 for the block.

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Our Services

Pelvic health physiotherapy

One-on-one consultations with Clodagh or Steph at our Wānaka clinic, in conjunction with Pelvic Solutions. Initial appointments are 60 minutes, allowing time for thorough assessment and personalised treatment planning.

Urinary Incontinence

Assessment and treatment for stress incontinence, urge incontinence, and mixed presentations. We identify contributing factors and develop targeted pelvic floor rehabilitation programmes to restore bladder control.

Pregnancy & Postnatal

Support throughout your pregnancy journey and beyond. We help prepare your body for birth, address pregnancy-related discomfort, and guide postnatal recovery including abdominal separation and pelvic floor restoration.

Pelvic Organ Prolapse

Conservative management of bladder, uterine, and bowel prolapse through pelvic floor strengthening, lifestyle modifications, and pessary support. We help you understand your condition and optimise function.

Pelvic Pain

Comprehensive assessment of persistent pelvic pain conditions. Treatment addresses muscle tension, nerve sensitivity, and contributing factors using manual therapy, relaxation techniques, and graduated exercise.

Bowel Dysfunction

Treatment for faecal incontinence, constipation, and difficulty emptying. We assess pelvic floor coordination and develop strategies to improve bowel function and confidence.

Sexual Dysfunction

Sensitive, professional support for pain with intercourse, vaginismus, and other concerns affecting intimacy. Treatment focuses on reducing muscle tension, improving tissue health, and building confidence.

Pre & Post Surgery

Preparation and rehabilitation for gynaecological procedures including hysterectomy and prolapse repair. We optimise your pelvic floor before surgery and guide safe recovery afterwards.

Hip & Back Pain

Many hip and lower back conditions are connected to pelvic floor function. Our combined experience in pelvic health and musculoskeletal physiotherapy ensures we address the complete picture.

Men's Health

Confidential treatment for urinary symptoms, prostate surgery recovery, sexual and erectile dysfunction, bowel problems, and pelvic pain. Around 40% of men over 45 experience bladder issues, and effective help is available.

Kid's Continence

Tailored support for children dealing with bedwetting, daytime wetting, urgency, constipation, and soiling. We help your child understand their body, develop healthy habits, and build confidence.

Men's Health

Pelvic health isn't just for women

Around 40% of men over 45 experience bladder issues, yet many suffer in silence. From post-prostate surgery recovery to performance concerns, our experienced physiotherapists provide confidential, effective treatment.

Urinary Symptoms

Leaking urine isn't something you need to accept at any age. We provide pelvic floor strengthening, bladder retraining, and lifestyle modifications to help you regain control and confidence.

Prostate Surgery Recovery

Post-surgical incontinence is common after prostate removal, but targeted rehabilitation can significantly speed your recovery. We guide you through exercises to regain muscle control faster.

Sexual & Erectile Dysfunction

More common than you might think, and there is something you can do about it. We address ejaculatory disorders, arousal difficulties, and performance concerns with effective, evidence-based treatment.

Bowel Problems

Treatment for constipation, straining, leakage, and incomplete emptying. We assess pelvic floor coordination and develop strategies to improve bowel function and quality of life.

Hip, Back & Pelvic Pain

A holistic approach examining all contributing factors. We use postural assessment, gait analysis, and targeted treatment to address pain at its source.

High Performance Sport

Optimise your pelvic floor function for enhanced athletic performance. Proper pelvic mechanics support core stability, power transfer, and injury prevention.

Kid's Continence

Children are not little adults

When it comes to continence concerns, children need a different approach. We help tailor treatment so your child can understand their body, develop healthy bladder and bowel habits, and build confidence. It's not your child's fault, but with the right support they can do something about it.

Bedwetting

Around 15% of five-year-olds and 5% of ten-year-olds experience bedwetting. Causes can include constipation, insufficient bladder capacity, overactive bladder, or underdeveloped waking responses. We recommend seeking help if bedwetting persists after age 7, occurs alongside daytime wetting, or resumes after six months of dryness.

Daytime Wetting & Urgency

Affecting roughly one to two children in a class of 30, daytime wetting is common in children over five. An overactive bladder may try to empty before reaching full capacity, causing frequency or urgency with minimal warning. We assess your child's bladder habits and develop a retraining programme to improve control.

Constipation & Soiling

Soiling often signals months of unrecognised constipation. Hardened stool accumulates and softer material leaks past, causing accidents. Treatment includes improving fluid and fibre intake, learning proper toilet positioning, and addressing any fears or sensory aversions. This condition requires consistent, longer-term management to prevent relapse.

Bladder Retraining

Using a drinking and voiding chart over two days, we identify patterns and measure your child's bladder capacity. From there, we develop a tailored programme to help prevent bladder misbehaviour and gradually increase urine retention, building your child's confidence and independence.

Bed Alarm Programmes

Once basic self-help measures are established, a bed alarm can help the brain recognise bladder fullness signals during sleep. Your child learns to wake, use the toilet, change bedding, and reset the alarm. This process typically takes several months, with the alarm discontinued after 14 consecutive dry nights.

Remote & Intensive Options

We offer 60-minute initial consultations and 30-minute follow-ups via remote appointment for families outside Wānaka. Intensive one-to-four-week programmes are also available for out-of-town families, with customised management plans, educational resources, and exercise programmes.

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