Katie Stan-Bishop Physiotherapy

Katie Stan-Bishop Physiotherapy Pelvic Health Physiotherapist.
🎓Australian Physiotherapy Association Titled Physiotherapist in Continence and Pelvic Health.

Post Graduate Masters Degree Clinical Physio (Continence and Pelvic Health)
đź“ŤGreat Southern Region, WA In clinic appointments available at Pioneer Health Albany

23/06/2026

Want to increase your understanding of pelvic health but overwhelmed by the information online?

You can easily find resources on my website covering various topics, including managing pelvic pain, prolapse symptoms and care, understanding perimenopause, benefits of strength training for pelvic pain, plus information on birth preparation, utilising aides for in*******se and even pelvic health for men.

Find all this and more at https://www.katiepelvicphysio.com.au/blog - a safe space for everyone to access and be informed.

19/06/2026

Had surgery? Recovering from a C-section? Working on scar healing?

One of the questions I'm often asked is how to best support scar recovery once the wound has healed.

BIEN Silicone Scar Strips are designed to help reduce redness, improve texture, soften scar tissue and support healthy healing over time.

The best results come from consistency, which is why I've put together this quick video to show you exactly how I recommend using them.

If you're currently navigating scar recovery and have questions about what might be right for you, please get in touch. Every scar and every healing journey is different.

Intimate skin, comfort and care 🤍Vulval skin deserves gentle products and good information. If dryness, irritation or mi...
15/06/2026

Intimate skin, comfort and care 🤍

Vulval skin deserves gentle products and good information. If dryness, irritation or micro-tears are a pattern, start with education and options that respect your skin.

My intimate care overview is in the shop.

15/06/2026

Let me talk to you about the new terminology around PMOS 🌻

Labour prep that actually feels doable 🤍There’s so much information out there when you're preparing for birth, and it ca...
08/06/2026

Labour prep that actually feels doable 🤍

There’s so much information out there when you're preparing for birth, and it can be hard to know where to start.

Simple things like perineal massage, supportive birth positions, breath work, and learning to soften and lengthen through contractions can help you feel more confident, informed, and connected to your body as you prepare to welcome your baby.

No overwhelm. No pressure. Just practical, evidence-informed tools you can start exploring at your own pace.

If you're getting ready to meet your little one, my Preparing for Childbirth Book is a beautiful place to begin.

https://www.katiepelvicphysio.com.au/shop/pregnancy

07/06/2026

Some days in the clinic feel big, tender, emotional… and incredibly rewarding.

Pelvic health isn’t just muscles and anatomy, it’s real people, real stories, real courage.

Every woman who walks into my room brings something different, and I feel so grateful to be part of their journey.

If you’ve been thinking of reaching out, please know this:
You’re not a problem to be fixed.

You’re a person who deserves support 💛

Want to learn more? Get in touch anytime.

05/06/2026

Living with persistent pelvic pain can be exhausting. It can affect your body, your mood, your relationships, your sleep, and your confidence.

One tool that may help is mindfulness.

Mindfulness isn't about "emptying your mind" or pretending your pain isn't there. It's about learning to bring your attention back to the present moment, rather than getting caught up in worries about the future or frustration about the past.

Research suggests that mindfulness meditation may help reduce pain intensity, improve sleep, support emotional wellbeing, and lessen the impact pain has on day-to-day life.

Like any skill, mindfulness takes practice. Some days it might simply mean pausing to notice your breathing, feeling your feet on the ground, or taking a moment to tune into your surroundings.

When we learn to respond to pain with curiosity rather than fear, we can begin to change our relationship with it.

Pain may still be present, but it doesn't have to control every moment of your day.

Have you ever tried mindfulness as part of your pain management journey?

03/06/2026

Preparing for birth? 🤍

The Perineal Massage Egg is designed to support gentle perineal massage by promoting blood flow, relaxation and flexibility of the perineal tissues. It features an ergonomic design, 10 vibration settings and is fully waterproof for ease of use.

Perineal massage is often recommended during the later stages of pregnancy and may help prepare the body for birth by increasing tissue flexibility and helping you become more familiar with the sensations of stretching.

If you're curious whether the Perineal Massage Egg is right for you, or you'd like guidance on preparing your pelvic floor for birth, I'd love to help.

Available via the online shop.

Want to learn more? Get in touch.

Don't worry I'm not inventing the latest fashion trend, these are the safety glasses we need to wear when delivering LAS...
27/05/2026

Don't worry I'm not inventing the latest fashion trend, these are the safety glasses we need to wear when delivering LASER therapy.

You may not be aware, but we have a LASER machine here in clinic that I can use as a treatment tool to support healing and reduce pain following birth and breastfeeding challenges.

Low-level LASER may be used to help manage:
• Cracked or painful ni***es associated with breastfeeding
• Perineal tears
• Episiotomy scars
• Perineal wound healing
• Sensitive or painful scar tissue after birth

LASER works by delivering light energy to the tissues, which may help support tissue repair, improve circulation and reduce inflammation and pain. Treatment is non-invasive, quick and generally comfortable.

For breastfeeding mothers, LASER may help settle pain and support the healing of damaged ni**le tissue, making feeding more manageable while addressing contributing factors such as latch, positioning and feeding mechanics.

For perineal and episiotomy scars, LASER may help reduce scar sensitivity, discomfort with sitting or movement, and support tissue healing in the early postpartum period.

Importantly, LASER is only one part of treatment. A pelvic health physiotherapist will also assess factors such as pelvic floor function, scar mobility, pressure management, feeding support / referral to a lactation consultant and overall recovery to provide individualised care.

Feel free to reach out or contact me if you are wondering if LASER may help you with your recovery.

19/05/2026

Let’s talk about the long term management of pelvic pain 🎀🦋

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