Bladder Support
Bladder symptoms such as urgency, leakage, or reduced control are common and can affect women at many stages of life. These concerns are often linked to changes in pelvic floor function, pregnancy and childbirth, hormonal shifts, physical load, or underlying bladder habits and they are not something you simply have to live with.
At For Her Physiotherapy, we provide evidence-based care for bladder concerns including urgency, urge urinary incontinence, stress urinary incontinence, and passive leakage. Care is tailored to your individual presentation and focuses on understanding contributing factors, improving bladder and pelvic floor function, and supporting practical strategies for everyday life. Our aim is to help you feel informed, supported, and more confident in managing your bladder health.
Understanding Different Types of Bladder Leakage
Not all bladder leakage is the same, and understanding the type of incontinence is an important first step in guiding effective treatment. Some women experience leakage with coughing, running, or lifting due to changes in pelvic floor support, while others notice a sudden, difficult-to-control urge to pass urine linked to bladder sensitivity and signalling. Physiotherapy assessment helps identify these patterns and tailor care to your individual needs.
How Physiotherapy Assessment helps Identify the Cause
Assessment begins with a thorough subjective examination, where we discuss your symptoms, bladder habits, medical history, lifestyle factors, and goals. This provides us with information to help identify the likely type of incontinence you are experiencing.
Depending on your presentation, assessment may also include:
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A bladder diary, to assess patterns of fluid intake, urgency, frequency, and leakage
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Transabdominal ultrasound, which can help assess bladder emptying and pelvic floor movement
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Urinalysis referral, if there are symptoms that may indicate infection or other medical causes
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A visual or internal vaginal examination, if structural support or pelvic floor function is likely contributing to symptoms (with full explanation and consent)
Not everyone requires all assessment components — these are guided by your symptoms and comfort.
The Role of Physiotherapy in Treatment
Pelvic health physiotherapy is a recommended first-line treatment for many types of urinary incontinence. Treatment is individualized and based on your assessment findings rather than a one-size-fits-all program.
Physiotherapy management may include:
Pelvic floor muscle training (targeting strength, coordination, or relaxation depending on your needs)
Bladder retraining strategies for urgency and frequency
Education around bladder habits and fluid timing
Strategies to manage pressure through the abdomen during daily activities
Guidance for return to exercise and impact activities
Support for lifestyle factors that may influence symptoms
The goal of treatment is to reduce leakage, improve bladder control, and support long-term confidence and function, in a way that is practical and realistic for your life.
Ready to take the next step?
If bladder symptoms are affecting your comfort, confidence, or daily life, support is available. A thorough assessment allows us to understand your symptoms, identify contributing factors, and tailor a management plan that suits your body and your goals.
You can book an appointment online or contact our clinic to discuss whether pelvic health physiotherapy may be appropriate for you.
Get in Touch
We are here to support you. Reach out for inquiries or to schedule an appointment.
Suite 25, Level 1, 22/36 Scott St,
Toowoomba City QLD 4350
