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Post-Surgical Recovery At The White Hart Clinic
Post-surgical recovery refers to the rehabilitation of the pelvic floor and abdominal wall following gynaecological or abdominal surgery.
Procedures such as C-section, hysterectomies, prolapse repairs or perineal repairs can affect muscle function, scar mobility and tissue coordination. Recovery involves gradual healing and restoration of strength and support.
With appropriate guidance, many post-surgical symptoms can be effectively managed.
Post surgery recovery we can help with:
- Gynaecological Surgery: Recovery after hysterectomy, prolapse repairs and incontinence procedures, focusing on pelvic floor strengthening and returning to activity safely
- Prostate Surgery: Rehabilitation to treat urinary incontinence and sexual dysfunction following prostatectomy
- Gender Affirmation Surgery: Rehabilitation of pelvic floor muscles and scar tissue management for phalloplasty, vaginectomy, or hysterectomy.
How our Pelvic Health Physiotherapists can help:
- Pelvic floor rehabilitation to restore strength, coordination and control following gynaecological or prostate surgery
- Bladder and bowel support to manage symptoms such as urinary incontinence, urgency or changes in bowel function
- Scar and tissue management to improve mobility, reduce discomfort and support optimal healing
- Movement and exercise guidance to safely return to daily activities, work and exercise
- Pain management using hands-on techniques and targeted exercises to reduce discomfort and tension
- Breathing and core retraining to restore coordination between the diaphragm, abdominal muscles and pelvic floor
- Lifestyle and activity advice to support recovery, including lifting, pacing and gradual progression
- Sexual health support to address concerns such as pain, confidence or changes in function following surgery