Incontinence and vaginal prolapse is particularly common in women after child bearing but these conditions need not be a "fact of life".

This DTU offers a multi-disciplinary approach to women with lower urinary tract and pelvic floor dysfunction. Women referred to the unit are assessed by both a gynaecologist and pelvic floor physiotherapist on their first visit, with investigations including urinary flowmetry, pressure perineometry and translabial ultrasound assisting the formulation of a joint treatment plan.

Additionally, a complete set of urodynamics equipment was donated to the department from the RHW Foundation. Women are now able to have complete investigation of their symptoincluding cystometry without having to be referred out of the department.

The mainstay of treatment in this DTU is to restore anatomy and function through a combination of conservative measures such as intensive physiotherapy and bladder retraining, medical treatments and minimal access surgical techniques to restore a functional and well-supported pelvic floor. Physiotherapy is encouraged as a primary treatment method, as a pre-operative strengthening tool, and as a post-operative maintenance regime. It is important that all aspects of pelvic floor function including pelvic floor training, avoidance of straining and good bowel hare taught and reinforced throughout attendance to the Pelvic Floor DTU.