Welcome to your team of pelvic pain specialists.
We provide exceptional, online physiotherapy treatment for pelvic pain throughout the UK, without the wait. Our handpicked team of experts have over 150 years of combined experience in sucessfully treating pelvic pain.
Your specialist physio is your first port of call, they are there to support you and coordinate your recovery. We use the best available, evidence-based treatments to start your rehab journey and then connect you to our handpicked network of medical professionals from gynaecologists to psychologists, whoever you need on your team to get better.
Go straight to the expert near you.
We connect you to our growing network of pelvic pain specialists across the UK.
Our handpicked multi-professional team is dedicated to providing the comprehensive care that women with pelvic pain deserve.
Our commitment to empathy, compassion, and ongoing professional development ensures that patients receive the highest standard of care across the UK.
Our founders
South Wales
Jilly Bond
BSc (Hons) MSc MCSP MPOGP
Director & Clinical Specialist Pelvic Health Physiotherapist
Jilly Bond is a Clinical Specialist Pelvic Health Physiotherapist and co-founder of the Pelvic Pain Network.
Alongside her clinical work she is a Doctoral Researcher completing a PhD looking at sensory changes in persistent pelvic pain conditions. As an NHS physiotherapist she worked in the South Wales valleys for nearly a decade before leaving to develop and lead a private hospital pelvic health service. She completed her Masters degree in 2017, with her research focussing on physiotherapy treatment for bladder pain syndrome (previously known as Interstitial cystitis), and has taught over 700 Physiotherapists from all over the UK and internationally an evidence-based view of how to treat pelvic pain.
Hampshire
Virginia Rivers Bulkeley
BSc (Hons) MSc MCSP MPOGP
Director & Clinical Specialist Pelvic Health Physiotherapist
Virginia is a Clinical Specialist Pelvic Health Physiotherapist and co-founder of the Pelvic Pain Network.
Virginia is an Advanced Practice Physiotherapist passionate about providing the best possible holistic care for women with persistent pelvic pain. Having worked in the NHS for more than 15 years, Virginia has a wealth of clinical experience working with colleagues across professions to achieve optimal outcomes for women with complex pelvic floor dysfunction and persistent pain. This experience includes leading pelvic health physiotherapy teams working within national and regional centres of excellence in London and the south coast for urogynaecology and pelvic floor dysfunction, persistent pelvic pain, and mesh referral services
Our team of specialists
Our Specialist Pelvic Pain Physiotherapists
Oxford
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Oxford
BSc(Hons) PGCert MCSP MPOGP
Katie has worked solely in the specialist area of Pelvic Health Physiotherapy for the majority of her career, including having worked as the lead of one of the UKs largest Pelvic Pain Physiotherapy teams. Having completed her Post Graduate Certificate in 2013, Katie is now undertaking a PhD focussed on trying to achieve a standardised approach to how women with persistent pelvic pain are physically assessed. Katie is deeply committed to improving access to care for people with this condition and so being able to combine her clinical and academic skills is a dream come true!
Outside of work Katie enjoys anything that involves being outside including lake swimming, triathlons, walking in the hills and attempting to grow her own vegetables.
Edinburgh
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Edinburgh
BSc(Hons) MSc FCAMP MCSP POGP
Bill is an Edinburgh based physiotherapist with over 30 years’ experience in the treatment of pelvic dysfunction. He is widely recognised in the UK and internationally as a leading pelvic health physiotherapist and one of the few who specialise in male pelvic floor dysfunction. Bill has taught widely nationally and internationally on male & female pelvic health and pelvic pain and has built one of the UK’s largest pelvic health clinics.
Bill is the Consultant Physiotherapist for Scottish Ballet having worked with them for over 15 years. He is also a visiting Lecturer at Edinburgh University and a visiting Lecturer at Edinburgh Napier University. He is a certified member of the Canadian Academy of Manipulative Therapy.
Bill has a passion to share his knowledge of pelvic floor dysfunction and physiotherapy treatment in this area.
Chester
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Wirral/Chester
BSc(Hons) PGCert MSCP POGP
Becky has extensive experience in the highly specialist area of pelvic health, working and studying within this field since 2005 within the NHS and private sector. Over this time, she has developed a breadth of experience working with people experiencing bladder, bowel, and sexual dysfunction and persisting pelvic pain symptoms.
Becky prides herself on approaching her work with empathy, sensitivity, and respect. All decisions around care are made with the patient, and she aims to empower every patient to feel they can take back control, giving them the confidence to work hard and to trust in her expertise.
Outside of physiotherapy, she is a mother to 3 children. She enjoys an active and outdoor family life and can mostly be found on local football pitches – in the roles of player, coach and/or supporter!
North East
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North East
BSc (Hons) MCSP POGP
Having worked in some of London’s top teaching hospitals, and building her skills in private practice, Jo now practices from her own clinic in Newcastle Upon Tyne. The clinic is a safe space for women with pelvic pain to feel validated and empowered to return to normal activities; whether that is returning to an enjoyable sex life, to compete in triathlons, or to be able to carry children up the stairs. By offering a client-centred and holistic approach to treatment, Jo delivers evidence-based support to women suffering with all types of pelvic pain.
Outside of the clinic, Jo enjoys open water swimming and exploring her new favourite city of Newcastle.
South London
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South London
BSc(Hons) MCSP POGP
Lucy carries a special interest in persistent pelvic pain and chronic UTI treatment. She is particularly passionate about access to care for all people who are struggling with pain and recurrent infections. She creates a safe space for her patients to truly open up and share their concerns, allowing them to make empowered and informed decisions about their own care.
Lucy qualified from St. George’s University Medical School in 2016 with an MSc Physiotherapy degree, following a BSc Human Biology (Hons) degree in 2014. Throughout her career, Lucy has worked for multiple London Trauma Hospitals in South West London and specialised in Pelvic Health Physiotherapy at Guys and St Thomas’ Hospital.
Outside of work, Lucy enjoys hiking, kayaking, has completed a sprint triathlon at Blenheim Palace and is currently working on beating her PB.
Bournemouth
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Bournemouth
BSc(Hons) MCSP POGP
Jess qualified as a physiotherapist from Brunel University London and currently also works within the NHS as a Specialist Pelvic Health Physiotherapist. She is passionate about health education and committed to break the stigma of pelvic health issues. Jess strives to empathetically support her patients, providing personalised care that empowers you on your journey to better pelvic health.
Beyond the clinic Jess channels her enthusiasm for physical activity into running, wild swimming and pilates. She loves to cook and spend time outdoors.
Hertfordshire
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Hertfordshire
BSc(Hons) MA PGCert MCSP MPOGP
Becky is a Pelvic Health Physiotherapist with over 20 years of experience in assessing, treating and supporting Women and Men with a whole host of pelvic conditions.
Becky’s career started in the NHS in London Teaching hospitals where she managed Pelvic Health services as well as being involved in teaching and supervision. She is now Director of Becky Aston Physiotherapy clinic, based in Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire, where alongside her colleagues, continues to empower people to improve their pelvic Health and quality of life.
Sheffield
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Sheffield
BSc(Hons) MCSP POGP
Emily qualified in 2007 from Bradford University having previously completed a Sport Science degree. She became captivated by pelvic health and worked in both NHS primary and secondary care, moving to private practice in 2016. She remains the pelvic health clinical lead at Katie Bell Physiotherapy and Wellness, Sheffield.
After seeing how conditions like pelvic pain and incontinence can hugely impact wellbeing she qualified as a life coach, bringing a new dimension to her approach to treatment. She has a particular passion for Endometriosis and in 2022 published 'Pilates for Endometriosis' with the APPI health group. Emily brings her coaching skills, passion for pelvic health wellness and love for exercise as medicine into her clinical approach.
All of our Specialist Pelvic Pain Physiotherapists are HCPC registered and members of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy and Pelvic Obstetric and Gynaecological Physiotherapy specialist interest group.
Our network collaborators
Psychologists
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Dr Hannah Graydon is a registered Counselling Psychologist with a specific interest in women’s health. Since qualifying Hannah has worked in the NHS in Clinical Health Psychology, working with patients with long term health conditions. She specialises in working with women who have experienced pelvic mesh complications, pain, and trauma.
As a practitioner psychologist, Hannah is HCPC registered and draws on a variety of evidence-based treatment models to support women effectively. She is trained in Humanistic, CBT, Psychodynamic, Mindfulness and EMDR (eye movement desensitisation reprocessing for trauma) therapies. This means she can deliver bespoke treatment specifically designed to support women towards their therapeutic goals.
Hannah recognises the relationship between physical and emotional well-being and takes a holistic approach to aiding psychological well-being.
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Dr Sula Windgassen is a health psychologist, cognitive behavioural therapist, EMDR therapist and mindfulness teacher with over 10 years working with people who have chronic illness in the NHS, academia and in private practice. Sula is director of the clinical health psychology private practice, Mind Body Blossom, which supports people who experiencing chronic stress, illness and trauma. She continues to contribute to the research with a specialist interest in women’s health, urogynaecological disorders and functional gut disorders.
Sula has a PhD and doctoral qualification in Psychological Medicine awarded at King’s College London. She has collaborated in the design, development and assessment of psychological interventions for a range of physical health conditions including IBS, inflammatory bowel disease, multiple sclerosis and painful bladder syndromes. Sula has experienced the impact of persistent bladder and pelvic symptoms and is a passionate advocate for women’s health.
Specialist Pain Physiotherapists and Pain Coaches
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Diarmuid is a specialist physiotherapist and independent prescriber. He is a specialist in complex and persistent/chronic pain and led the Physiotherapy team at a large central London multi-professional NHS pain clinic for over 16 years. Diarmuid has represented physiotherapy and pain in many committees including as past chair of the Physiotherapy Pain Association, and as a committee member for the NICE chronic pain guidelines. He is interested in improving communication skills to support those living with pain and is passionate about advocacy and involvement.
Diarmuid is currently undertaking a PhD researching the experience of living with pain, and previously developed and led the Self-Management of Pain module at UCL. He is an accredited trainer for Narrative Medicine/Conversations Inviting Change, an EMCC accredited coach, a certified forest bathing instructor, and a mindfulness teacher.
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Sheren has lived experience of pelvic pain and is an experienced pain therapist, offering tailored treatment plans that actively engage patients in defining and achieving their values-based goals. Drawing from modalities such as cognitive hypnotherapy, somatic and gestalt techniques, mindfulness, and trauma-release approach AMDR, she integrates knowledge of pain science with attention to patient verbal and non-verbal communication to ensure ethical care.
Having had experience living with vulvodynia, Sheren is a Trustee of the Vulval Pain Society, organising and hosting educational events that bring patients, clinicians and researchers together.
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Laura is an Advanced Practice Neuromusculoskeletal Physiotherapist specialising in working with people who experience complex and persistent pain. She has a pain-specialised Physiotherapy clinic in Amsterdam and a virtual clinic for international clients. After qualifying from the University of Central Lancashire she worked in London across private practice and within the NHS, including the prestigious INPUT Pain management programme at St Thomas' Hospital. She completed her Masters in Advanced Neuromusculoskeletal Physiotherapy at Kings' College London and is in the process of a PhD in persistent pain with Maastrict University.
Alongside clinical work, Laura delivers guest lectures on pain and pain care, provides professional education, supervision and clinical coaching across healthcare professions internationally. Laura now lives in Amsterdam with her family and two cats.
Consultant collaborators across medical specialities
We are proud to have the strong support and collaboration of over 100 Consultants nationwide across medical specialties:
Pain Medicine
Urology
Urogynaecology
Colorectal
Dermatology
Gynaecology
What our patients say
Frequently asked questions
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Skip the queue - see pelvic pain specialists without the wait.
Our specialist physio team have a combined experience of over 150 years’ sucessfully treating pelvic pain. At the Pelvic Pain Network we focus solely on treating pelvic pain. We are established researchers in the field and are sought-after to teach physios internationally how to treat pelvic pain. We have expertise and extensive experience in getting people better.
Seeing the right knowledgeable experts for the right treatment at the right time can save you money and make all the difference in your recovery. You can trust that we have the skills and network to provide expert care online in your own home. You can choose to have both online and in person follow ups with your physio.
We are proud to work as a team, by booking to see one of us you will benefit from the collective breadth of knowledge and experience of the whole team and our medical connections throughtout the UK.
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We are currently focused on treating cis-gendered women as we grow our network of specialists. However, we are committed to providing services for all genders, including the trans community, in the future as we grow.
Some members of our team treat men and transgender people (pre or post gender affirming surgery) so please do get in touch using the form below if you would like to be booked in with the most appropriate physio.
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When you have booked your appointment you will be sent a link to join your online session. At the time of your appointment click on this link and you will be able to speak directly to your physio.
In this first appointment your physio will ask you lots of questions about your symptoms and how they are affecting you, and you will build a plan of treatment together. There is a huge amount that can be achieved at home by yourself to change your pain. After your session you can book further appointments to see your physio online. Together you will decide whether you would benefit from seeing any of the other medical specialists within our network for further tests or treatment.
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Ahead of your consultation you will receive an email with some health questionnaires to complete. Your specialist will ask questions to explore all aspects of your pain and listen carefully to ensure that your concerns are fully understood. Questions will include a discussion of your bladder, bowel and sexual health, and any symptoms of vulvar, vaginal, or sexual pain. You do not have to discuss anything that you do not want to.
Together you will make a plan for your treatment which may also involve being connected with our network of medical Consultants.
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The most important aspect of physio treatment is understanding your symptoms, how they are affecting you, and creating your treatment plan. Since the revolution in online healthcare during the pandemic we know that this can be done sucessfully online.
The first few appointments with a physio always involve long conversations about your symptoms and what we can do to change them. This is the same whether you are speaking to a physio online or in person.
Hands-on assessment is not always necessary, your symptoms tell us a lot about your pain condition. We work closely with our medical colleagues to keep you safe. There are some symptoms that we would always advise you discuss with your GP and we would talk to you about this in your appointment.
If after your first assessment you and your physio agree that a hand-on physio assessment would be useful then you can see your physio in person in their clinic.
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The first few appointments with a physio always involve long conversations about your symptoms and what we can do to change them. This is the same whether you are speaking to a physio online or in person.
We will suggest easy steps for you to take at home to start improving your pain, in the same way that we would in a face to face clinic but without the inconvenience, cost and pain of travelling across the country to appointments with experts. You can work with your physio until your pain subsides, and if needed they’ll connect you to our network of medical specialists to support your recovery with the right tests and treatments for you.
Hands-on treatment is not always necessary, but if you and your physio agree that this would be useful in your recovery then you can go and see your physio in person in their clinic.
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Online payment is taken at the time of booking. Treatment bundles are available at reduced cost, please discuss this with your specialist. We do not currently accept health insurance.
If you have any other questions please get in touch.
