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A Mummy MOT is a specialist postnatal Physiotherapy examination for women following both vaginal and caesarean deliveries. It will assess how your posture, pelvic floor muscles and stomach muscles are recovering after birth. And if they’re not, then we can provide you with exercises and treatment to help in your recovery and to return to exercise safely.

Following birth there are many changes to your body, up to half of all women experience weakness in both the abdominal muscles and pelvic floor muscles after pregnancy. This can cause instability or poor core strength leading to women developing pelvic pain, back pain or bladder, bowel and sexual dysfunction. These conditions do not have to be something you should just put up with as a result of having a baby. We can help!

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When to come to see us?

It’s recommended that women have an initial assessment after their 6-8 week GP check, but we also treat women who gave birth years ago that may still have a dysfunctional tummy gap or related pelvic floor issues.

The examinationis a 1-hour assessment, including;
• Full postural screen
• Pelvic floor muscle assessment
• Abdominal muscle exam to check for any separation-measurement with Real-Time Ultrasound (optional)
• Screening for any bladder, bowel or sexual dysfunction
• Commence restorative exercise/lifestyle program

Follow ups.
• Education and advice on safer baby-care activities such as lifting your baby or pushing a buggy
• Bespoke rehabilitation programme with your goals and lifestyle factors in mind
• Written report of the findings of your assessment
• Option to book onto a ‘fit floor and core’ or Pilates class and meet other new mums
• Ongoing Gynaecology referral at discounted rate, if needed, for more complex cases

Your Physiotherapist

Katy Winters is a specialist ‘Mummy MOT’ Physiotherapy Practitioner licenced to carry out assessments.
You will only see experienced, senior Physiotherapists – guaranteed!

How much is this service?

Initial assessment and treatment – £100.00
Follow up sessions – To be discussed, packages available

For more information or to book a Mummy MOT please call our friendly reception team on 01706 438423

Which Physiotherapist Is Right for Me?

Which Physiotherapist Is Right for Me?

At Physio & Therapies, all of our physiotherapists are highly experienced and work closely together. If you’re unsure who to book with, don’t worry – our reception team will be happy to guide you to the clinician who is best suited to your problem.

Here’s a quick guide to help you decide:

Katy Winters

Specialist Pelvic Health Physiotherapist
  • You're pregnant or have recently had a baby.
  • You're experiencing bladder or bowel symptoms.
  • You have pelvic pain or discomfort during sex or otherwise
  • You're looking for specialist pelvic health assessment.
  • You'd prefer to see someone with advanced training in pelvic health physiotherapy.
  • You also have neck, back or joint pain alongside your pelvic symptoms.
  • You need a Mummy MOT/Menopause MOT
  • You would like to be fitted for a Pessary
  • You want to optimise your Pelvic health

Lynne Midwinter

Musculo-Skeletal Physiotherapist, Headaches & Migraines Specialist 
  • You've had pain for months or even years.
  • You've tried treatment elsewhere without lasting success.
  • You experience headaches that seem to come from your neck.
  • You're looking for an experienced spinal specialist.
  • You have a complex problem involving several joints or areas of your body.
  • You want to understand *why* your pain keeps returning, not just treat the symptoms.

Karen Hull

Specialist Neurological Physiotherapist
  • You have a long-term neurological condition.
  • You're finding everyday mobility more difficult.
  • You'd like to improve walking, strength and balance.
  • You're looking for supportive, goal-focused neurological rehabilitation.
  • You want to maintain your independence and quality of life.

Kerensa McKie

Senior Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist
  • You enjoy running, cycling, hiking or other outdoor activities.
  • You're recovering from an operation or sporting injury.
  • You want to improve movement as well as reduce pain.
  • You're looking for rehabilitation that gets you back to doing what you love.
  • You've had pain for months or even years.
  • You've tried treatment elsewhere without lasting success.

Robbie Kershaw

Specialist Neurological Physiotherapist
  • You're recovering following a stroke.
  • You have a neurological condition affecting your movement..
  • You've noticed your balance or walking has changed.
  • You want to improve confidence and independence.
  • You're looking for specialist neurological rehabilitation tailored to your goals.

John Greenacre

Senior Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist
  • You've recently injured yourself.
  • You're recovering after surgery.
  • You'd like a combination of hands-on treatment and rehabilitation.
  • You enjoy keeping active and want to return to sport safely.
  • You're struggling with joint or muscle pain that's affecting everyday life.

Dalton Howe

Senior Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist
  • You've picked up an injury through work, hobbies, sport or exercise.
  • You're recovering after surgery.
  • You want a structured rehabilitation programme alongside manual therapy
  • You'd like to improve strength, movement and performance while reducing the risk of future injury.