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Providing MSK and Physio-led Women's Health Care and Functional Exercises for Women in South Glocestershire
At Jessica Harrison Physiotherapy, our mission is to help women achieve optimal health and wellbeing through personalised, goal-focused treatment plans. We tailor our care to each individual, offering support that ranges from pelvic floor rehabilitation and postnatal MSK assessments to menopause coaching.
Jessica Harrison BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy, MCSP, HCPC, POGP, began her career in 2007 after completing her midwifery training and working across both the NHS and private sector. Alongside her professional work, her love of fitness—and her drive to take part in road cycling and running events around the world—sparked a deep passion for women’s health and wellbeing.
Inspired to expand her impact, Jessica transitioned from midwifery into physiotherapy, graduating from the University of the West of England with a BSc (Hons) in Physiotherapy (becoming something of a health-profession unicorn along the way). She is now an affiliated member of the Pelvic, Obstetric and Gynaecological Physiotherapy (POGP) organisation and is committed to providing women with the research-based, honest postnatal care they deserve—helping them return safely to exercise, sport, and daily life.
Jessica has undertaken extensive additional training, including Clinical Acupuncture and Dry Needling, Scar Therapy, Specialist Physical Breastfeeding Support (including Therapeutic Breast Ultrasound), Caesarean Section Scar Therapy, Visceral Manipulation, Pelvic Floor Assessment, Pelvic Floor Ultrasound Imaging, Clinical Pilates, Mummy MOT®, Menopause Movement Training, and a Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Sports Massage Therapy. This breadth of expertise allows her to offer a truly comprehensive and holistic approach to rehabilitation.
In addition to her women’s health work, Jessica is experienced in treating a wide range of musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions caused by injury, disease, illness, or disability—using evidence-based exercise, manual therapy, education, and individualised treatment plans to help clients regain function and confidence.
Up to half of all women experience weakness in both the abdominal muscles and pelvic floor muscles after pregnancy and up to a third still have a tummy gap at eight weeks post-birth. This can cause instability or poor core strength leading to women developing pelvic or back pain or bladder, bowel and sexual dysfunction. This can create instability and weak core strength which results in altered transfer load, back pain, pelvic pain, and bladder and bowel weakness. A Mummy MOT® helps women avoid these distressing and often embarrassing symptoms.
A Mummy MOT® is a specialist postnatal 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.
Having a baby doesn't mean you have to put up with having live with the physical affects of pregnancy and birth.
A complete physio-led check up involving a full MSK assessment and advice around syptoms and concerns regarding hormones, diet, bladder and or bowel issues, pelvic floor and giving you a greater understanding around this new chapter in you life.
Pregnancy is a time full of change and we can help make it a bit easier. You may not be able to do the exercise you did before, or maybe you want to continue exercising but unsure how to safely. A Mum-To-Be MOT assess your body throughout pregnancy and helps you cope with the physical demands. As well as a full MSK assessment we advice you on how to prepare for labour and birth, how to manage pregnancy related symptoms such as Sciatica or back pain, and help you to safely exercise with a individualised programme tailored to you.
Physio-led breastfeeding clinic now open offering support to women suffering from breastfeeding related issues such as
Using theraputic ultrasound, kineology taping, manual lymphatic drainage, advice and support.
Urgent referals from mother/midwife or lactation consultant accepted
Scar therapy will get you looking, moving and feeling like you again.It is recommended for all ladies that have a scar through a form of abdominal surgery, for example a cesarean section or a hysterectomy.
Scar therapy massage uses advanced techniques of massage, soft tissue therapy, myofascial release and instrument assisted massage therapy to aid release of the adhesions that build up around and under your scar. We target not only the scar but all the abdomen, back, hips and diaphragm allowing you to more freely and feel less restricted within your movement patterns. In addition, we work on correcting your breathing pattern, reconnecting your core and allowing optimal pelvic floor function.
A minimum of 3 to 6 sessions are advised to see the best results. Scar therapy is a journey, it can take time for results, but the wait is worth it, and your body WILL be thankful.
We offer a wide range of services and treatments which may be included in your asessments and follow ups such as:
Visceral massage (or visceral manipulation) is a gentle, hands-on therapy that focuses on releasing tension and improving movement in the internal organs and surrounding tissues. By improving mobility, circulation, and reducing restrictions, it can support overall pelvic and abdominal health.
Visceral work may ease symptoms linked to:
Visceral therapy is gentle, non-invasive, and works well alongside scar therapy and pelvic floor physiotherapy.
Physiotherapist-guided pregnancy massage is a safe, tailored treatment designed to support your body through each stage of pregnancy. Using gentle, evidence-based techniques, a qualified physiotherapist helps relieve common discomforts such as back pain, hip tension, swelling, and muscle fatigue. Each session is customised to your changing posture and needs, promoting relaxation, improving mobility, and enhancing overall well-being. With expert guidance, you can enjoy the benefits of massage while ensuring you and your baby remain comfortable and protected.
We are excited to be offering painless hair stand sensitivity tests looking at over 1200 items from gutbiome and stress hormones to food sensivities and hormone testing.
This offers a more holistic approach to the healthcare we offer ensure you are given personalised advice to help you recover from pregnancy, menopause or just overcome unexplained health symtoms.
This test is quick and easy offering a comprehensive easy to understand report whilst being an affordable alternative to more expensive and invasive options.
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The perfect gift for any mum following pregnancy and birth. These vouchers are also a fantastic alternative to the usual baby shower gifts and truely celebrate the mum and help her recover.
Vouchers can be bought online or in person and either collected or send via DPD delivery.
Recovering from a caesarean usually takes longer than recovering from a vaginal delivery, therefore, we suggest you book a Mummy MOT following a c-section from 8 weeks postnatal.
During the Mummy MOT you discuss your delivery, offer a full postural screen, pelvic floor muscle assessment, abdominal muscle exam to check for any separation, and internal examination (if you wish), discuss and examine your C-section scar, and screen for bladder, bowel or sexual dysfunction.
Your practitioner will offer a safe environment, educate and advise on activities, lifting the baby, or pushing your buggy. After the assessment, you will be given a written report on the findings of your assessment and a bespoke rehabilitation programme to fit your lifestyle and get back to your exercise goals.
The same as a postnatal full assessment but also focusing on education and advice surrounding exercise in pregnancy, labour preperation techniques such as perineal massage and managing common pregnancy complaints such a swelling and sciatica.
Mum-to-be MOT® will also include dicussing post birth recovery and postnatal support.
Suitable for all abdominals scars including c-section and hysterectomy.
In your initial assessment with your specialist scar therapist you will:
Discuss medical history, scar impact, and recovery
Perform breathing assessment and correction techniques
- Mobilise scar tissue and address scar relationship
- Continued assessment and self-treatment guidance
- Homework and ongoing treatment plan provided
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The conditioning Zone (Bristol's Biggest Women's Gym) - Chipping Sodbury, South Glocestershire (Mondays Only) -
https://jessica-harrison-physiotherapy.uk3.cliniko.com/bookings
Belmont House Clinic - Patchway, Bristol (Wednesday and Friday Only) -
Or call Directly 07539646277 Or Email: Jessharrisonphysio@gmail.com
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