Amy Tinetti – Titled Women’s Health Physiotherapist
I just love physiotherapy and enjoy helping people reach their full potential. I find the human body and the way it works amazing.
I chose to specialise in Women’s, Men’s and Children’s Pelvic Health after hearing an increasing number of stories from friends and family members, where so many women were struggling with continence or prolapse issues post-childbirth or during menopause. This made me realise how important this area was within physiotherapy and spurred me on to learn more.
I’ve been a physiotherapist for over 10 years and have clinical experience in Continence and Women’s Health and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy. I have completed two degrees, a Postgraduate Masters Degree in Continence and Women’s Health Physiotherapy and a Bachelor of Physiotherapy, both at Curtin University.
I like to address all the areas which may be impacting your Continence and Pelvic Health. These areas include your pelvic floor, abdominals, exercise, stressors, diet, bowels and many others.
When I’m not working, my husband and I are actively trying to find ways to tire out our very active 4-year-old boy, while looking after a baby at the same time.
My areas of special clinical interest include:
- Continence issues (Stress Urinary Incontinence, overactive bladder, urge urinary incontinence)
- Antenatal and Postnatal care – (back or wrist pain, exercise, rectus abdominus diastasis, haemorrhoids, perineal trauma)
- Breastfeeding issues (mastitis, blocked ducts, and cracked nipples)
- Pelvic pain (dyspareunia, chronic pelvic pain, painful bladder syndrome)
- Pessary fittings
- Prolapse
- Endometriosis
- Pain with sex and tampon insertion
- Constipation
- Painful periods
- Faecal incontinence
- Male pre and post-prostatectomy
- Children daytime bladder leakage
- Nocturnal enuresis (or bed wetting)
To make an appointment with Amy Tinetti, call (08) 6389 2947 or click here to book online.
Articles by Amy Tinetti:
Laser Therapy for Cracked Nipples – How it works
Women’s Health Physio Amy Tinetti has extensive experience helping mothers resolve breastfeeding issues – including cracked nipples, mastitis and blocked ducts.
When can I return to running after having a baby?
After having a baby, postnatal women need time to heal and regain strength, especially in the pelvic floor and the abdominal muscles due to pregnancy and delivery. A Women's Health Physio can help assess when you are ready to return to running.
Faecal Incontinence (Bowel Leakage) and what can you do?
Faecal incontinence is the involuntary loss of stool or wind. The cause is multifactorial and finding out the exact cause can be difficult.
Overactive Bladder
What is Overactive Bladder?
Overactive bladder (OAB) is a continence condition where a person experiences ...
Therapeutic Ultrasound for Blocked Ducts During Breastfeeding
A blocked duct is a blockage of the milk duct in the breast that can result in pain and tenderness of the area and a palpable lump. Whereas Mastitis is an infection within the breast where bacteria has entered, causing pain, swelling, a firm mass, and a fever. Both of these issues can be effectively treated by Physiotherapy techniques.
Pain with Sex and Tampon Insertion
Pain during sex and pain whilst inserting a tampon is a common and frustrating issue many women have. You may not realise, but a women's health physiotherapist is qualified to be able to help you overcome this sensitive issue.
Mastitis
Mastitis occurs when breastmilk isn’t moving freely through the breast and the normal breast stasis is overcome, causing an immune reaction in the milk and an inflammatory response in the breast.
Physiotherapy before and after prostate cancer surgery
You can reduce the risk of long term incontinence and by knowing how to exercise your pelvic floor and this is something proactive you can do while waiting for surgery.
Wrist pain after having a baby (De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis)
De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis is a wrist condition that can occur after having a baby caused by hormones and the repetitive wrist movements required to raise a newborn. This causes a thickening and swelling of the protective sheath around the thumb tendons as they cross the thumb side of the wrist joint which results in pain.
De Quervain’s is very common during the postnatal period.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome During Pregnancy
What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) is a wrist condition which can occur during pregnancy ...
All About Diastasis Recti Abdominus (tummy muscle separation)
The Recti Abdominus are two connected muscles that run parallel down the front of your stomach, from halfway down the ribcage to the pubic bone. As your baby grows during your pregnancy, the connective tissue between these muscles can separate.
Pelvic Girdle Pain During Pregnancy
Pelvic girdle pain is a group of signs and symptoms of pain in the pelvis and lower back area, this can include pain in the perineum, pubic symphysis and the upper thighs (front or back).
Easing Endometriosis Pain
Endometriosis is a chronic disease that occurs when cells similar to those that line the female uterus grow in other parts of the body. This disease is highly individualised and the symptoms of endometriosis ranges significantly from person to person.
Rib Pain During Pregnancy
Are you pregnant and experiencing pain around your chest, ribcage or maybe with breathing? This pain may be coming from your ribs.
Constipation and what can you do?
When most people think of constipation, they normally think of hard stools that are difficult to pass however people who are constipated may show a number of different signs. Often there are multiple causes for constipation and finding out the exact cause can be difficult.
Understanding the Menstrual Cycle and Period Pain
Period pain is a common problem, and when severe it can stop you from doing your usual activities. However, there are treatments available for painful periods.
Help, I have a prolapse!!
The word PROLAPSE causes many women a lot of anxiety and stress. The information below will show you there is help out there and here at Wisdom Physiotherapy, we can significantly help you on your journey to reduce your symptoms of prolapse.
Bladder Leakage Post-Pregnancy
So, you have just had a baby and may have noticed that you are having some bladder and/or bowel problems. Firstly just know - you are not alone!
Bedwetting and Daytime Bladder Leakage in Children
As parents, it can be frustrating when our child does not achieve dryness by the time we expect. The never-ending washing and smell! However, you're not alone.
We have many parents ask us the same two questions:
1. When should my child not wet the bed?
2. When should my child not have bladder leakage (urinary incontinence) accidents during the day?
Pelvic Floor Check-Up: Have You Had Yours?
If you have any signs of a pelvic floor issue then you should come in to get your pelvic floor checked. However even if you have no issues prevention is better than cure if you are pregnant, just delivered a child or perhaps starting a new stage of life (for example menopause), come into Wisdom Physiotherapy to see how well your pelvic floor is moving and learn what you can do to keep your pelvic floor strong before problems arise.
Pelvis Pain in Pregnancy (SIJ)
During pregnancy, some women can have discomfort as your baby grows and your pelvis expands. Our experienced physiotherapists can help make the countdown a little more bearable and get on top of your pain.
