Services
pelvic health care
- Urinary incontinence
- Urinary urgency
- Prolapse
- Pessary fittings
- Pelvic pain
- Painful intercourse
- Bowel dysfunction (urgency and constipation)
- Endometriosis pain management
- Pregnancy related pelvic pain
- Coccyx or tail bone pain
- Pre or post gyne surgery pelvic floor rehab
bump, birth & beyond
During pregnancy and birth, the body goes through significant physical and hormonal changes. These might include;
- postural changes due to a growing belly and breasts
- softening of the ligament and fascia in the pelvis (and all other ligaments in the body, specifically hands and feet)
- softening and stretching of the pelvic floor and abdominal muscles
- increased stretchability of blood vessels
- widening of the rib cage
- slowing of intestine contractions and additionally compression from growing baby
- delivery effects on the body (either vaginal or cesarean)
These changes affect many body systems, so it’s no wonder the body can feel a “not quite right” during this relatively quick changing period. The great news is that there is so much that can be done to prevent symptoms, and treat areas of discomfort or pain.
pregnancy
- Pregnancy related musculoskeletal pain, such as pelvic pain, rib, back or neck pain.
- Pelvic floor technique assessment to create an individualised treatment or prevention plan
- Exercise prescription focusing on personalised goals
- Prescription of supportive garments to minimise with pelvic pain
- Assess and screen for overactive pelvic floor muscles
- Teach perineal massage
- Education about birth positions and birth choices depending on individual concerns or findings.
- Hiring of TENS machines for use during labour – we hire Labour TENs machines – see shop
- Planning early post-natal rehabilitation
postnatal
- Assessment and treatment of pelvic floor muscle function, where a individualised rehabilitation program will be planned for you. Treatment for specific pelvic floor conditions such as incontinence, prolapse, painful intercourse, episiotomy scar recovery and tears will also be addressed as required.
- Early peri check can be arranged for women who have sustained a 3rd or 4th degree tear.
- Assessment and treatment (as required) of abdominal separation
- Scar massage taught
- Return to exercise planning based on your function and creation of an individualised program to get you back to what you love
- Mastitis and blocked duct breastfeeding treatment.
We stock SRC garments, Belly Bands and tubigrip ready for mums who need extra support.
lactation consultant care
mastitis & blocked ducts
Breastfeeding is one of the most beneficial things a mother and baby can do, so supporting mums through the troubles of breastfeeding is vital.
Mastitis is an inflammatory condition of the breast which is associated with redness, pain and fever. Nearly 1 in 5 breastfeeding mothers are affected by mastitis, usually occurring in the first 12 weeks post birth. Mastitis should be treated promptly to prevent serious complications in conjunction with a GP.
Lauren is also a IBCLC (Internal Board Certified Lactation Consultant), who won’t just be able to assist with the treatment of mastitis or blocked ducts, but look for the cause or reason for it occurring, so it doesn’t reoccur.
Ways we can help your breastfeeding journey:
- Therapeutic ultrasound
- Breastfeeding education
- Cold / heat and self-massage advice
- Home stretches
Advanced Scar Therapy in Mackay
Evidence-Based Scar Management with Physiotherapy
At Women’s Health Physio Mackay, we offer Advanced Scar Therapy in Mackay to support the healing, function and appearance of scars at any stage of recovery.
Scars are more than just a surface issue. They can impact how your skin, muscles and fascia move, potentially contributing to pain, tightness, altered sensation and reduced function. Our physiotherapy-led scar management focuses on restoring healthy tissue movement and supporting long-term comfort and confidence.
We treat all types of scars, including:
- Caesarean (C-section) scars
- Breast surgery scars (including mastectomy, lumpectomy and reconstruction)
- Abdominal surgery scars
- Gynaecological surgery scars
- Orthopaedic and general surgical scars
Whether your scar is new, old, raised, tight, sensitive or uncomfortable, physiotherapy can
help.
How scar therapy can help
- Scar mobility and tissue flexibility
- Appearance, colour and texture of the scar
- Sensitivity, numbness or discomfort
- Tightness or pulling sensations
- Underlying movement and functional restrictions
Our Advanced Scar Therapy Approach
Every scar is different. That’s why scar therapy at WHPM is individualised and assessment-led.
Your treatment plan may include a combination of:
Hands-On Scar Massage Techniques
Targeted manual therapy techniques are used to gently mobilise scar tissue, improve circulation and encourage healthy tissue movement.
Negative pressure therapy
We utilise advanced negative pressure therapy, including LymphaTouch, to assist with:
- Improving tissue glide and elasticity
- Reducing stiffness and restriction
- Supporting lymphatic flow and swelling management
This technique is particularly helpful for deeper or more restricted scars.
Silicone scar therapy
Where appropriate, we may recommend prescribed silicone products to support scar
hydration, reduce thickening and optimise healing outcomes.
Your physiotherapist will guide you on correct use and duration based on your individual
scar.
When can Scar THerapy start?
Scar therapy can be beneficial at many stages of healing, including:
- Early post-surgical recovery (once medically cleared)
- Months or years after surgery
- Ongoing discomfort or restriction related to an older scar
It is never “too late” to address scar-related symptoms.
Book your scar specific appointment today!
classes
Pregnancy Aqua
Antenatal water exercise in mackay (AQUAnatal)
Evidence-Based Water Exercise for Pregnancy in Mackay
Pregnancy Aqua or AquaNatal is a gentle, supportive antenatal water-based exercise class in Mackay, designed specifically for the changing pregnant body. Exercising in water reduces impact on joints, supports your growing belly, and allows you to move safely and comfortably throughout pregnancy.
Classes are led by experienced Women’s & Pelvic Health Physiotherapists in Mackay, ensuring exercises are evidence-based, pregnancy-safe and adaptable to all stages of pregnancy. The warm, social environment also provides an opportunity to connect with other expectant mums while staying active.
Benefits:
- Low-impact cardiovascular exercise during pregnancy
- Improved strength, mobility and circulation
- Reduced pregnancy-related back, pelvic and joint discomfort
- Safe, physiotherapist-guided antenatal exercise
class details
Monday 6:30pm – Marlins Swim School, Rural View (Mackay)
Thursday 6:15pm – 21 Laps, North Mackay (October–March)
Cost: $18 per class (Private health rebates may apply)
Healthier Parents Program
Postnatal Exercise in Mackay
Safe Postnatal Exercise for New Mums in Mackay
The Healthier Parents Program is a postnatal exercise class in Mackay designed for mums early in their postnatal journey. Proudly support by Mackay Regional Council, this class provides a safe and supportive bridge between early post-birth recovery and returning to gym or fitness-based exercise.
Classes focus on low-impact, pelvic floor and abdominal-safe exercise, helping rebuild strength, confidence and functional movement after pregnancy and birth. Babies are welcome, making it a relaxed and inclusive postnatal exercise environment for new parents in Mackay.
Benefits:
- Safe return to exercise after birth
- Pelvic floor and core strengthening
- Improved movement confidence and functional strength
- Baby-friendly postnatal exercise class
class details
Thursday 9:15am – Andergrove Hall, Mackay
Cost: $5 per class
Book online or just turn up
Fit Floor to Core
Free Pelvic Floor & Core Classes in Mackay
Free Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy-Led Exercise Classes in Mackay
Fit Floor to Core is a free, physiotherapist-led pelvic floor and core exercise class in Mackay. These classes are designed to strengthen your pelvic floor and abdominal muscles safely and effectively and are suitable for all fitness levels.
Ideal for anyone wanting to be guided through their pelvic floor exercises, or wanting to improve posture and functional movement. These classes are proudly supported by the Queensland Government ActiveKIT and delivered by Women’s Health Physiotherapists in Mackay.
Benefits:
- Pelvic floor and core strengthening
- Improved posture and functional movement
- Education on safe pelvic floor exercise techniques
- Inclusive, community-based physiotherapy-led class
class details
Monday & Thursday 10:15am – Andergrove Hall, Mackay
Cost: Free
Attend in person, live via Zoom or watch the recording playback in your own time. Bookings essential
born ready antenatal practical workshop
Birth Preparation in Mackay
Hands-On Antenatal Birth Preparation for You and Your Birth Partner in Mackay
The Born Ready Antenatal Practical Workshop in Mackay is a face-to-face, skills-based birth preparation session delivered in collaboration with Born Ready. Born Ready is a nationally recognised, evidence-based antenatal education program that empowers families towards their best birth by providing the science behind birth and supporting informed decision-making.
This practical workshop complements the Born Ready online antenatal course by focusing on hands-on skills and real-life application. It supports both the birthing person and their birth partner, helping you feel confident, prepared and supported for labour and birth.
Practical workshops run in every 4–6 weeks at the Women’s Health Physio Mackay clinic.
What you’ll learn:
- Practical massage and acupressure techniques for labour support
- Birth positions and movement strategies for labour and birth
- How to navigate pre-labour, first, second and third stages of labour
- Troubleshooting common and non-optimal labour scenarios
- Distraction and pain-modulation techniques, including labour TENS
- How to create a flexible, personalised birth plan
What makes Born Ready different:
- Evidence-based, science-led antenatal education
- Flexible and time-efficient learning
- Affordable and all-inclusive antenatal course
- Strong partner-focused approach
- Practical tools you can use during labour and birth
What’s included:
- 2.5 hours of recommended online antenatal education
- Over 1 hour of optional additional online content
- Pregnancy strength and stretching class
- Pelvic floor exercise class
- Education on postnatal recovery and care
- 2-hour face-to-face antenatal practical workshop at WHPM
class details
See the Born Ready website to book in
Investment: $380
(WHPM discount codes may be available – please enquire)
To receive upcoming workshop dates, or already done a local antenatal class please email admin@whphysiomackay.com.au for options.
emsella® treatment in mackay
Non-Invasive Pelvic Floor Strengthening
Women’s Health Physio Mackay offers EMSELLA® treatment in Mackay as a non-invasive option to support pelvic floor muscle strengthening and bladder control.
EMSELLA® uses high-intensity focused electromagnetic (HIFEM) technology to stimulate the pelvic floor muscles while you sit fully clothed on the EMSELLA® chair. These involuntary contractions help strengthen the pelvic floor muscles without the need for internal treatment or active exercise during the session.
EMSELLA® can be a helpful adjunct to pelvic floor physiotherapy for people experiencing bladder leakage, pelvic floor weakness, or difficulty engaging their pelvic floor muscles.
How EMSELLA works
During an EMSELLA® session, electromagnetic energy stimulates thousands of pelvic floor muscle contractions in a single treatment.
These contractions help:
- Strengthen the pelvic floor muscles
- Improve bladder control
- Support continence and pelvic stability
- Enhance awareness and activation of pelvic floor muscles
Treatment is non-invasive, requires no downtime, and is delivered in a private clinical setting.
Who may benefit from emsella
- People experiencing bladder leakage or urgency
- Those with pelvic floor weakness
- Postnatal clients rebuilding pelvic floor strength
- People who struggle to activate pelvic floor muscles with exercise alone
- Individuals wanting additional support alongside pelvic floor physiotherapy
All clients are assessed by a Women’s & Pelvic Health Physiotherapist to ensure suitability and safety.
why choose emsella at whpm
At WHPM, EMSELLA® is not a standalone treatment.
It is used as part of a comprehensive pelvic floor physiotherapy plan that includes assessment, education, exercise and long-term management strategies. This ensures treatment is tailored, clinically appropriate and focused on functional outcomes.
want to see if it's suitable for you?
To find out whether EMSELLA® treatment is right for you, please contact the clinic.
Phone: 0476 616 324
Email: admin@whphysiomackay.com.au
emculpt® treatment in mackay
advanced muscle strengthening
At Women’s Health Physio Mackay, we offer EMSCULPT® treatment in Mackay as part of our evidence-based approach to core and pelvic health rehabilitation.
EMSCULPT® is a non-invasive treatment that uses high-intensity focused electromagnetic (HIFEM) technology to stimulate powerful muscle contractions that cannot be achieved through exercise alone. These contractions help strengthen muscles, improve muscle tone and support functional movement.
This treatment can be particularly beneficial for people wanting to improve abdominal strength and core stability, including those who are post-pregnancy, post-surgery, or experiencing ongoing core weakness.
How Does It Work?
During an EMSCULPT® session, electromagnetic energy stimulates deep muscle contractions in the targeted area. In a single session, muscles contract thousands of times — far beyond what is possible with voluntary exercise.
These contractions help:
- Strengthen deep abdominal muscles
- Improve core activation and stability
- Support pelvic floor function
- Enhance muscle tone and functional strength
Treatment is non-invasive, requires no downtime, and is delivered in a clinical setting by our trained physiotherapy team.
Who may benefit from EMSCULPT?
EMSCULPT® may be suitable for people who:
- Have core weakness or difficulty activating abdominal muscles
- Are postnatal and rebuilding strength safely
- Are returning to exercise after injury or surgery
- Want additional support alongside physiotherapy and exercise programs
Suitability is always determined following an individual physiotherapy assessment.
Who may benefit from EMSCULPT?
At Women’s Health Physio Mackay, EMSCULPT® is delivered by Women’s & Pelvic Health Physiotherapists and integrated into a broader rehabilitation or strengthening plan.
We prioritise function, confidence and long-term outcomes rather than aesthetics alone, ensuring care is individualised, safe and evidence-informed.
Want to see if it’s suitable for you?
To find out whether EMSCULPT® treatment is right for you, please contact the clinic.
Phone: 0476 616 324
Email: admin@whphysiomackay.com.au
Massage Therapist, Pregnancy, Postnatal & Doula Support
Sari and Mikayla work alongside WHPM team to provide collaborative, client-centred care tailored to each individual and family.
Sari offers support in:
- Pregnancy massage
- Postnatal massage
- Remedial massage therapy
- Doula support for birth and early parenting
- Spinning Babies® techniques to support maternal comfort and optimal baby positioning
- Bereavement and infant loss support
- Red Nose–accredited support for families experiencing loss
- Holistic pregnancy and postnatal care
Visit our “book now” page and select Women’s Health Therapist & Doula to book an appointment
Men's Pelvic Health
Men’s Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy in Mackay
At Women’s Health Physio Mackay (WHPM), we provide specialised men’s pelvic health physiotherapy in Mackay in a professional, confidential and supportive environment.
Pelvic floor dysfunction in men is common and highly treatable. Our pelvic health physiotherapists use evidence-based assessment and rehabilitation strategies to improve bladder control, bowel function, pelvic pain and core strength.
If you are experiencing bladder leakage, urgency, pelvic pain or recovering from prostate surgery, pelvic floor physiotherapy can help.
What we treat
Our men’s pelvic floor physiotherapy services in Mackay can assist with:
- Urinary incontinence (bladder leakage)
- Urinary urgency and frequency
- Overactive bladder
- Post-prostate surgery rehabilitation
- Pelvic pain and pudendal nerve irritation
- Constipation and bowel dysfunction
- Erectile dysfunction related to pelvic floor weakness
- Abdominal wall weakness and core dysfunction
- Return to exercise following pelvic or abdominal surgery
Early pelvic floor rehabilitation leads to better outcomes — but it is never too late to
seek treatment.
Gender Neutral Pelvic Health
Inclusive Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy in Mackay
Women’s Health Physio Mackay is committed to providing inclusive, gender-neutral pelvic health physiotherapy in Mackay.
Pelvic floor dysfunction affects people of all genders. We provide respectful, consent-driven care for transgender, non-binary and gender diverse individuals, as well as anyone who prefers a gender-neutral healthcare approach.
Our focus is on safe, individualised pelvic floor physiotherapy to support bladder, bowel, pelvic pain and core rehabilitation needs.
What we treat
- Our inclusive pelvic health physiotherapy services may assist with:
- Urinary incontinence
- Urinary urgency and overactive bladder
- Bowel dysfunction and constipation
- Pelvic pain
- Pain with penetration
- Scar management following surgery
- Abdominal wall dysfunction
- Pelvic floor weakness or overactivity
- Return to exercise following gender-affirming surgery
Everyone deserves access to high-quality, evidence-based pelvic health care in
regional Queensland.