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Body Align Physiotherapy & Pilates

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Body Align Physiotherapy & Pilates

Physiotherapy services, Women's Health and Clinical Pilates located in Mollymook, NSW. Feel free to contact Body Align Physio :)

Amanda completed her Bachelor of Science (Physio) at Curtin University of Technology in Perth. She is currently affiliated with the Australian Physiotherapy Association and Polestar Pilates Australia. Amanda has an interest in a broad range of musculoskeletal conditions including chronic neck/back sufferers and pelvic girdle pain. She has also gained experience in the sporting field, working closely with WA Amateur football clubs. Amanda specifically has a keen interest in Pilates, adapting core stability exercises and training into prevention programs for her patients. Amanda is very passionate about returning her patients to optimal function and values the importance of core stability exercises and strength work to achieve this.

09/11/2025

Did you know that around 15% of sexually active women and up to one-third of post-menopausal women experience dyspareunia (painful intercourse)? (Bo et al., 2015)

This discomfort can have many causes — including:
✨ Vaginismus or vulvodynia
✨ Endometriosis or chronic pelvic pain
✨ Pelvic inflammatory disease
✨ Vaginal dryness
✨ Stress, anxiety, or emotional factors

In many cases, the pelvic floor muscles become overactive or tense, making pain worse.
The good news? 💫
There are gentle, effective ways to help release and retrain these muscles — and reduce pain.

Our treatment options may include:
🌸 Pelvic floor muscle release & downtraining
🌸 Pain education and relaxation techniques
🌸 Gentle use of vaginal trainers or wands
🌸 E-Stim / TENS therapy
🌸 Mindfulness and breathing strategies
🌸 Guidance on topical creams and lubricants
🌸 Musculoskeletal physiotherapy

If pain is impacting your intimacy, know that you’re not alone — and that help is available.
Our pelvic health physios are here to support you with care, understanding, and evidence-based treatment. 💕

📞 Reach out today to chat with our team.

05/11/2025

✨WELCOME PHYSIOTHERAPIST SOPHIA! ✨

After trying every sport she could through her younger years, Sophia knew she wanted to turn her passion for movement and health into a career. Sophia completed her Bachelor of Physiotherapy at the Australian Catholic University in Sydney, and has since worked in a range of clinical areas to hone her physiotherapy skillset.

With experience in private practice and community-based physiotherapy, Sophia enjoys treating a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions, with a particular interest in exercise based rehab and strength training. Sophia is completing her supplementary studies in Women’s Pelvic Health through the Australian Physiotherapy Association.

She is passionate about empowering her clients to feel confident throughout their rehabilitation journey, and giving them the skills to return to activities that they love. We welcome Sophia! 👋🏽

For bookings with Sophia please head to our online system/app or contact our fantastic receptionist team on (02) 44542309.

04/11/2025

✨ Mums, this one’s for you! ✨
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Our 11am Wednesday Postnatal Pilates class has a few spots left — perfect for you if you’re ready to rebuild strength, reconnect with your core, and take some well-deserved time for yourself 💪💛
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This class is designed by pelvic floor physiotherapists, especially for postnatal bodies — gentle, supportive, and guided by a qualified instructor who understands the changes your body’s been through.

Expect:
🌸 Safe pelvic floor and core strengthening (WH physio approved)
🌸 Mobility and posture work to ease those feeding aches
🌸 A calm, baby-friendly environment
🌸 Connection with other mums going through the same stage
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Book via our APP or head to the link in bio ✨

30/10/2025

💜 Considering a Pessary? Here’s How It Can Help You Feel Supported Again 💜

If you’ve noticed heaviness, bulging, or discomfort “down there,” you’re not alone — these can be signs of pelvic organ prolapse.

A pessary (a small, soft silicone device fitted by your Women’s Health Physiotherapist) can offer safe, non-surgical relief — helping you move, exercise, and live comfortably again.

✨ Here’s what a well-fitted pessary should do:
✔️ Support your pelvic organs so you feel less heaviness, dragging or bulge sensation
✔️ Reduce leakage and improve bladder and bowel function such as the ability to empty your bladder
✔️ Improve your sexual function

🚫 And what it should not do:
✖️ Cause pain or bleeding
✖️ Fall out or make it hard to empty your bladder/bowel

If any of these happen — don’t worry! We simply adjust the fit or try a different type of pessary.

👩‍⚕️ During your fitting, your physio will:
✔️Assess your pelvic floor and prolapse type
✔️Choose the right size and shape for your body
✔️Teach you how to use and care for it confidently

For many women, a pessary means:
💪 Better comfort and control
🚶‍♀️ More freedom to move and build strength
⏳ Delaying or avoiding surgery

It’s a discreet, empowering way to support your body — guided by someone who truly understands it.

Curious if a pessary could help you? Book a consult with our Women’s Health Physio's today. We’ve got you 💜

28/10/2025

🌿 Why Spring Load Matters in Pilates
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Spring load is one of the most important elements in Pilates — it determines how much resistance or assistance your body receives during an exercise. The magic lies in understanding that more springs doesn’t always mean harder!
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✨ Here’s why spring load is so important:
1️⃣ It changes muscle focus – Heavier springs challenge big movers (glutes, quads), while lighter springs target the smaller stabilisers that control alignment.
2️⃣ It improves movement quality – The right resistance helps you move with control and precision — not momentum.
3️⃣ It supports rehab & recovery – Springs can assist movement when you’re rebuilding strength or coordination after injury.
4️⃣ It’s fully customisable – Every body, every goal, every stage of rehab gets its own perfect spring setup.
5️⃣ It’s different for every body type – Someone with a lighter frame may need less spring tension to feel the same resistance as someone taller or stronger. Spring choice also depends on joint mobility, muscle balance, and even how your body connects to the reformer. No two bodies feel the same spring the same way! 🌈
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💡Spring tension isn’t just about making things “harder” or “easier” — it’s about finding the optimal resistance to engage the right muscles, encourage control, and support your body’s movement goals.
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26/10/2025

Pregnancy Screening Appointment 🤰

A prenatal assessment is an essential tool to getting your body ready for pregnancy, birth and optimising your postpartum!

So what is involved? 🤷🏽‍♀️

We chat, we decode, we address what your current concerns or goals are. We want to know if you are experiencing any musculoskeletal pain, or if you have experienced any bladder or bowel changes e.g. leakage, if you have history of painful periods, constipation, pain with sex, or a history with your bladder prior to pregnancy e.g. urgency or frequency.

A pelvic floor assessment is done internally or via Real Time Ultrasound. An internal assessment is the gold standard approach for pelvic floor assessment as it ensures proper evaluation of the muscles tone, strength and flexibility.

We then create an exercise program specifically designed for your pregnant body. We welcome you to any of our exercise classes with appropriate modifications. (as given buy us!).

✨Pregnancy Assessment Timeline ✨

12 weeks
- Check pelvis externally. We look at the pelvic position and any stiffness/alignment/mobility issues.
- Give exercises for early pregnancy to improve strength and pain/dysfunction
- Join in pregnancy exercise classes to maintain pregnancy health and well-being.

20-34 weeks
- Treat any trigger points of the pelvic floor eg muscles too tight in and around pelvis
- Exercise prescription continued

34 weeks +
- Birth prep
- Pelvic floor readiness
- Perineal massage (for you and/or partner)
- Labour positions and pain strategies
- Birth preference assistance
- Obstetric TENS

Contact our lovely team to book in for a Pregnancy Screening 💕

20/10/2025

⭐️ LAST BORN READY WORKSHOP FOR 2026 ⭐️

We will be holding our last practical workshop for 2026 on December 5th.

We’re proud to facilitate this practical birthing course created by the wonderful team of women’s health physiotherapists from

Now is the time to chat to your pelvic physio and see if the course is right for you and your partner.

16/10/2025

💪 What actually is Myotherapy? Let’s clear it up! 🤓

Myotherapy is all about assessing, treating, and preventing muscle and joint pain — basically, keeping your body moving the way it should!

We look at how your muscles, joints, and nervous system work together, then use tools like:
✨ Hands-on massage & trigger point therapy – to release tension
✨ Dry needling or cupping – to calm overactive muscles
✨ Stretching & exercise advice – to restore balance and prevent pain coming back

A Myotherapist doesn’t just chase pain — we look for the root cause, whether it’s posture, movement patterns, stress, or a past injury.

So if you’ve got:
🌀 A stiff neck from desk work
🔥 Tight glutes from training
⚡️ A shoulder that just won’t settle
…then myotherapy might be your new best friend.

Because when your muscles move well, you do too! 💃

Make an appointment with Vanessa on Monday's, Tuesday's and Friday's in the clinic

Address

Shop 1, 85 Tallwood Avenue
Mollymook, NSW
2539

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5:30pm
Tuesday	6:30am - 6:30pm
Wednesday	7am - 7pm
Thursday	9am - 7pm
Friday	7am - 4pm
Saturday	9am - 12pm

Website

http://www.bodyalignphysio.com.au/

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