Vie Physio, Pelvic & Women's Health

Vie Physio, Pelvic & Women's Health Pelvic Health, Women's & Men's Health Physiotherapy Clinic
Specialist Physiotherapists
Aoibhin McGre

When was the last time you looked?🌸 Pelvic Health Hack 2: Get to know your v***aKnowing what’s normal for you is one of ...
20/11/2025

When was the last time you looked?
🌸 Pelvic Health Hack 2: Get to know your v***a

Knowing what’s normal for you is one of the most empowering things you can do for your pelvic health.

Many women tell us they only really looked at their v***a after giving birth — and realised they didn’t actually know what it looked like before.
Understanding your own anatomy helps you recognise what’s normal, what’s changed, and when something needs attention.

👀 Why it matters:
✨ For health – spotting skin changes, irritation or signs of infection early.
✨ For pleasure – understanding your own body improves comfort and confidence.

✨ For empowerment – body literacy is a form of self-care and self-advocacy.

🔍 Changes you might notice:
After childbirth: Temporary swelling, stretching, mild colour change or scar tissue at a tear or episiotomy site. These often improve over months.
With age or hormones: After menopause, tissue may become thinner, paler or drier due to lower oestrogen. This is normal but can be supported with moisturisers or local oestrogen if needed.

But pain, sores, new lumps, itching or tearing aren’t things to ignore. If something feels off, get it checked by your GP or a pelvic health physiotherapist.

Your v***a is part of your health, your sexuality, your identity — it deserves your attention and care.

🚽 Pelvic Health Hack 1: Don’t empty your bladder ‘just in case’It’s a habit many of us pick up-  going “just in case” be...
28/10/2025

🚽 Pelvic Health Hack 1: Don’t empty your bladder ‘just in case’

It’s a habit many of us pick up- going “just in case” before leaving the house or a meeting.
But doing this too often can train your bladder to feel full before it really is, leading to urgency or frequency over time.

💧 How often you go depends on how much you drink.
If you’re drinking 1.5–2 litres a day, most people will need to wee about 5–7 times in 24 hours.

🫗 An average bladder comfortably holds around 300–500ml before it’s time to go.
If you’re going much more often , or only passing small amounts, it might be worth looking at your fluid habits or speaking with a pelvic health physio.

✅ Go when you need to, not “just in case.”
✅ Space your drinks throughout the day.
✅ Listen to your body.

Your bladder is trainable. Let’s help it work with you, not against you.

So beautiful from the GAA
17/10/2025

So beautiful from the GAA

Heavy resistance training is the most studied and shows the largest bone gains but research also supports moderate and e...
12/10/2025

Heavy resistance training is the most studied and shows the largest bone gains but research also supports moderate and even lighter loads, as long as training is progressive and close to fatigue.

💡 What the evidence suggests:

Heavy loads (80–90% 1RM): 4–6 reps × 2–3 sets → strongest bone stimulus (Watson 2018; Zhao 2025)

Moderate loads (65–75% 1RM): 8–12 reps × 2–3 sets → effective & sustainable (Massini 2022)

Lighter loads (40–55% 1RM): 15–20 + reps × 2–3 sets, trained to near-fatigue → helps maintain bone (Hinton 2020)

Bodyweight and band exercises are great starting points to build strength and confidence before adding heavier load or impact.
The key is effort, progression, and consistency — not perfection.

📚 References:

Watson S.L. et al. (2018) LIFTMOR trial: Heavy resistance training and bone density in postmenopausal women. J Bone Miner Res.

Kistler-Fischbacher M. et al. (2023) Moderate-load resistance training and bone health in older adults. Osteoporosis Int.

Hinton M.J. et al. (2020) Low-load resistance training effects on bone mineral density. Bone Reports.

Massini D.A. et al. (2022) Meta-analysis of resistance-training protocols on bone in older adults. J Strength Cond Res.

Zhao Y. et al. (2025) Optimal resistance-training parameters for bone mineral density in postmenopausal women. J Orthop Surg Res.

🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟From “one of the best women’s health practical days I’ve ever attended” to “so well structured I could implement wh...
03/10/2025

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From “one of the best women’s health practical days I’ve ever attended” to “so well structured I could implement what I learned immediately” Our learners loved the mix of practical tools, evidence-based content, and empowering learning.

💬 A huge thank you to our past learners for sharing their experiences and feedback. Your words mean so much and help us keep building even better training. 💕

The next Chronic Pelvic Pain & Dyspareunia Course launches soon! 🚀
Join the waitlist via the link in bio to be first notified for early bird rates and secure your place.

✨ Practical skills you can use straight away
✨ Confidence in treating complex pelvic pain
✨ An in-person practical day + online resources

📩 Don’t miss out — places are limited!

💡 What’s your WHY when it comes to women’s health? Drop it in the comments ⬇️🌸 Our WHY is simple 🌸✨ To help women feel a...
23/09/2025

💡 What’s your WHY when it comes to women’s health? Drop it in the comments ⬇️

🌸 Our WHY is simple 🌸

✨ To help women feel at home in their bodies
✨ To give health & wellness pros the tools to simplify pelvic health
✨ To break stigma + shame
✨ To create safe spaces where honest conversations can flourish 💬💜

Because when we talk openly, we move from silence ➡️ strength 💪

🚨 One Space Just Released! 🚨Our Pelvic Pain Course for Physiotherapists has been sold out since July – but one space has...
25/08/2025

🚨 One Space Just Released! 🚨

Our Pelvic Pain Course for Physiotherapists has been sold out since July – but one space has just become available.

This unique course is designed for women’s health physiotherapists who want to deepen their expertise in managing pelvic pain.

Course format:
📚 Online learning begins July 7th, 2025 (pre-recorded & self-paced)
🤝 In-person practical day: Saturday, September 13th, 2025 at Beacon Hospital, Dublin
📂 Includes downloadable resources for real-world practice

What you’ll gain:

A clear understanding of pain physiology as it applies to your patients

Knowledge of urological & gynaecological conditions related to pelvic pain

Practical skills in pelvic floor manual therapy, exercise therapy, dilator use & v***a mapping

Confidence in trauma-informed, evidence-based practice

Pre-requisites:

BSc Physiotherapy

Postgraduate training in pelvic floor assessment (including vaginal examination)

✨ This is your chance to join a fully booked course and learn alongside a motivated group of pelvic health physiotherapists.

➡️ DM me for more information or to claim the final space.













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