Navigating menopause can be a challenging and confusing time, but there’s no need to let these changes overwhelm you.
Menopause MOT
The Menopause MOT is a thorough assessment that focuses on your posture, core strength and pelvic floor health. This comprehensive check helps identify any weaknesses and equips you with the knowledge, tools and exercises to face menopause with a proactive mindset. Whether you’re perimenopausal or postmenopausal typically in your 40s or 50s, this MOT provides valuable insights and support tailored to your needs.
Understanding Menopause – Interestingly, menopause itself is the point at which you’ve not had a period for a full 12 months. However, the most significant symptoms often occur during the perimenopausal phase leading up to this milestone.
Midlife, particularly menopause, can bring numerous changes to your physical and mental health due to hormonal shifts and lifestyle adjustments. Common issues such as urinary leakage, feelings of prolapse or discomfort during sex are often dismissed as normal, but they don’t have to be.
What to expect
My Menopause MOT is a detailed health check that includes:
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Medical History Discussion: We will review your medical history, current symptoms and lifestyle factors affecting your health during and after menopause. We will also discuss your pelvic floor, bladder, bowel function, sexual health and any musculoskeletal issues.
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Movement and Strength Assessment: I’ll evaluate your lumbar and pelvic movement patterns, as well as your core and abdominal muscles.
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Internal Pelvic Floor Assessment: A thorough internal examination of your pelvic floor muscles to assess their function.
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Personalised Recommendations: Based on the assessment, you’ll receive tailored advice on general exercise and lifestyle changes, along with a customised pelvic floor exercise program designed to address your specific concerns.
What Can the Menopause MOT Address?
The Menopause MOT targets various conditions, including:
- Pelvic Floor Dysfunction:
Bladder and bowel incontinence
Tightness or weakness in the pelvic floor muscles
Pelvic organ prolapse
Pain or discomfort during intercourse - Prevention and management of osteoporosis
By addressing these issues proactively, I aim to help you maintain your health and well-being as you transition into this new phase of life. Let’s work together to ensure that menopause is a time of empowerment and positive change.