Specialist Pelvic Health Expertise 

Alex Stephenson is a Pelvic Health Specialist Physiotherapist with over 20 years of physiotherapy experience. She qualified with a BSc (Hons) in Physiotherapy in 2001 and completed a Postgraduate Certificate in Physiotherapy in Women’s Health at Bradford University in 2018. Alex is registered with the Health and Care Professions Council and is a member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy.

Alex has specialised in pelvic health since 2017 and supports women with pelvic floor dysfunction, urinary incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, persistent pelvic pain and concerns arising during pregnancy or following childbirth. She has particular expertise in postnatal rehabilitation, including recovery following obstetric anal sphincter injury (OASI) and supporting women returning to exercise and sport.

Her approach combines detailed specialist assessment with clear explanation and individually tailored rehabilitation. Alex understands that pelvic health concerns can feel difficult to discuss and provides a calm, discreet environment in which every assessment and treatment option is explained clearly and guided by the patient’s comfort and consent.

Alongside her clinical practice, Alex has completed an MSc in Professional Practice in Health Sciences at the University of Southampton, with her dissertation focusing on endometriosis. She also works nationally as Area Representative Coordinator for the Pelvic, Obstetric and Gynaecological Physiotherapy professional network.

Specialist Areas of Clinical Practice 

Alex supports women with a broad range of pelvic health concerns, including bladder symptoms, pelvic floor weakness, pelvic organ prolapse, pelvic pain and recovery during pregnancy and following childbirth.

She has a particular interest in supporting women following obstetric anal sphincter injury (OASI), helping them rebuild pelvic floor strength, restore confidence and return safely to everyday activity, exercise and sport.

Alex also works with women experiencing stress or urge urinary incontinence, pelvic floor muscle dysfunction, persistent pelvic pain, endometriosis-related symptoms, painful periods and pelvic floor tension. Treatment is always tailored to the individual rather than based on a generic pelvic floor exercise programme.

Her assessment considers symptoms, pelvic floor function, strength, coordination, breathing, movement and the demands of everyday life or exercise. Where an internal examination may be helpful, this is discussed fully beforehand and only undertaken with informed consent. Patients remain in control throughout their appointment.

More Than Pelvic Floor Exercises 

Pelvic health rehabilitation is not simply about being given a set of pelvic floor exercises. Alex takes time to understand the wider factors contributing to symptoms and creates an individual treatment and rehabilitation plan based on each woman’s needs, priorities and goals.

Treatment may include education, targeted pelvic floor rehabilitation, movement and load progression, manual therapy and support returning to exercise or sport. Where clinically appropriate, Alex can also incorporate neuromuscular electrical stimulation, pelvic health acupuncture and liaison with a GP or consultant to support coordinated care.

The aim is to improve symptoms while restoring confidence, control and quality of life.

Pelvic Health Acupuncture 

Alex offers acupuncture as part of her specialist pelvic health practice. It may be considered for women experiencing persistent pelvic pain, endometriosis-related discomfort, painful periods, overactive bladder symptoms or pelvic floor muscle tension.

Acupuncture is not provided as an isolated or one-size-fits-all treatment. Alex first completes a detailed assessment to understand the symptoms and determine whether it may be an appropriate part of the wider pelvic health treatment plan.

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A Little About Alex 

Outside the clinic, Alex loves travelling, particularly visiting the Greek islands. She is also an avid skier and enjoys her annual holiday in the mountains.

Alex understands how important movement, confidence and quality of life are. She brings this understanding into her clinical work, creating a supportive environment in which women feel listened to, respected and comfortable discussing concerns that can often feel difficult or personal.

Book Your Specialist Pelvic Health Appointment 

Specialist pelvic health appointments with Alex are available at our Gosport clinic. Appointments provide time to discuss your concerns properly, complete an appropriate specialist assessment and agree an individual treatment and rehabilitation plan.

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Online booking is available for self-funding pelvic health appointments with Alex. If you have WPA insurance, please contact us before booking.

Alex’s specialist clinic runs on Fridays and appointments may book several weeks in advance. If no appointments are showing online, please contact us, as additional availability may sometimes be possible.

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