LOOKING FOR RELIABLE INFORMATION ON YOUR PELVIC HEALTH?

Great news.

My website is now up and running, and is packed full of information on all kinds of pelvic health issues, including vulvodynia and vestibulitis, vaginismus, painful bladder, incontinence and pregnancy pain.

Have a look now on www.equilibriahealth.com.au

Pelvic Floor CD Now Available!

Do you need some added motivation to complete your home program? This CD is for you!
Have you "fallen off the wagon" a bit with your exercises? This CD is for you!
Do you have all good intentions of sticking to your program, but keep forgetting? This CD is for you!
Are you finding it hard to find time in the day to do your exercises? This CD is for you!
Would you like to feel confident that you are actually doing the exercises correctly? This CD is for you!
Do you feel like you should be getting back to see me, but can't seem to get around to it? This CD is for you!
Are you feeling like 2011 is the year to commit to restoring your good health? This CD is for you!
So what's it all about?There are 4 tracks on the CD: a Breathing Session, an Exercise Session, a Body Scan (Relaxation) Session, and a Pelvic Relaxation Session. You will find this CD an ideal companion to your program if I have given you any of the following to do-deep abdominal exercises-pelvic floor exercises-diaphragmatic breathing-pelvic floor relaxation, tummy relaxation or buttock muscle relaxation.
It has been designed for help with vulvodynia, vaginismus, incontinence, urgency, prolapse and all types of pelvic pain.
Ring or e-mail now to secure your copy for only $25 including GST.

Welcome!

This site is designed for every woman, of any age, who wants to regain the health and well-being of her pelvis. Please take your time to explore the site.

Want to get started on freeing your pelvis straight away? To make an appointment to see me, email me on equilib@bigpond.net.au. For a map of where we are located, click here.


Want to be brought up-to-date on vulvodynia, vestibulitis, prolapse, incontinence, interstitial cystitis, irritable bowel syndrome or another health condition? Click on the name of the condition in the right-hand column under Specialties.

Looking for an ideal gift for your mum, sister, wife or girlfriend? Gift vouchers are available for a number of exciting packages - see the right-hand column.

Want a telephone appointment? These are available if you live outside of Brisbane and can't make it into Brisbane regularly, providing your first appointment is in the clinic. Email me on equilib@bigpond.net.au for more information. (Note - conditions apply.)

Want to make an enquiry? Email me on equilib@bigpond.net.au

Want to find out more about my credentials and experience? See “About Me” in the right-hand column.

Want regular, free health advice? Email me to subscribe to the free “equilibrate” newsletter.

Want to be kept up-to-date on developments in vulvodynia, vestibulitis, vaginismus, interstitial cystitis and chronic pelvic pain? Email me on equilib@bigpond.net.au to subscribe to the “Free Your Pelvis” newsletter.

Think you need to see me, but are not sure you are ready? See “Testimonials” in the right-hand column, and read my profile below.

Profile
Alyssa Tait (B Phty, Postgrad Cert Continence and Pelvic Floor, Grad Dip Nutrition Med) is passionate about helping women achieve optimal health. She has undergone specialised training in Norway and across Australia and has extensive experience in all aspects of women's health physiotherapy. A further dimension to Alyssa's practice is provided by nutrition medicine. Alyssa's extensive knowledge of nutrition and its effects on physiology are applied in comprehensive treatment programs to provide a superior result to physiotherapy alone. Alyssa lectures on pelvic floor dysfunction in the University of Qld postgraduate program and has co-authored evidence-based guidelines in incontinence for health professionals. Her depth of understanding of scientific research and commitment to ongoing professional development ensure clients are provided with cutting-edge treatment programs.

Operation: Health! Package

Know someone having surgery, and want to help them, but unsure how? This is an ideal gift to someone having to go through the rigours of surgery. This package is designed to promote a full, rapid recovery following surgery, and can start anytime in the first three months after the operation. Package includes:

  • Full assessment of health history
  • Physical assessment for signs of nutritional deficiencies
  • Dietary analysis with computerised printout
  • Individualised nutrition program for best recovery
  • Assessment of muscle length and function in the surgical area
  • Physical exercises and specific nutrition to promote best scar healing
  • Advice on appropriate nutritional supplements

Total Value $340

3 sessions at $295, paid upfront or in 3 installments

Restore Your Core Package

Keen to get your body on track? Thinking about Pilates or yoga, but not sure your body is up to it? The Restore Your Core package is the ideal stepping stone to Pilates, yoga and other strong exercise approaches. Optimising the function of your pelvic floor muscles and deep abdominals is critical before doing strong forms of exercise to avoid developing or aggravating bladder weakness, prolapse or back pain. Package includes:

  • Assessment of pelvic floor and deep abdominal muscle function
  • Specific, individualised pelvic floor and abdominal exercises
  • Progressive core stability exercises using Modified Pilates and/or the Fitball, free weights

Total Value $325

3 sessions for $280, paid upfront or in 3 installments

Pelvic Power Package

Feeling the effects of maturity on the pelvic floor? This program is ideal for women who are keen to be active and stay young while becoming acquainted with menopause! This program will optimise function of your pelvic floor, helping to avoid incontinence and prolapse, and support your back and abdominals. Restore your pelvic power! Package includes:
  • Assessment of pelvic floor muscle function with a tailored rehabilitation program
  • Advice on the best forms of exercise for you
  • Dietary evaluation with computerised printout
  • Individualised nutrition program for optimal health
  • Advice on the best nutritional supplements for vitality

Total Value $340

3 consultations at $295, paid upfront or in 3 installments of $65

Bowels Behaving Badly Package

Got disgruntled bowels? This package will get your insides on the road to good health again. Ideal for sufferers of irritable bowel syndrome, constipation or suspected food sensitivities. Package includes:

  • Comprehensive assessment of your health history
  • Computerised nutritional analysis with printed report
  • Physical examination for signs of nutritional deficiencies
  • Evaluation of your gut health*
  • Targeted nutritional program based on your body's needs
  • Advice on the best nutritional supplements to heal your gut
  • Best exercises for bowel health
  • Brain exercises to promote recovery through the brain-gut interaction
  • Pelvic floor retraining to promote healthy bowel function (where necessary)

Total Value $425

4 consultations for $380, paid upfront or in 4 installments

*Blood tests attract separate fees