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Pelvic Health Series - Emma Brockwell Pelvic Health in Professional Football
Integrating Pelvic Health in Professional Football with Emma Brockwell
Guest Profile
Emma Brockwell is a pelvic health physiotherapist who has worked with top football clubs including Arsenal, Chelsea, and Southampton. She is:
- Co-author of the Return to Running Postpartum Guidelines (2019)
- Co-host of the podcast "At Your Cervix"
- Part of the FIFA Female Health Project
Episode Highlights
Key Topics Discussed
- Integrating pelvic health into professional football (00:02:00)
- Importance of education in normalising female health conversations (00:09:14)
- Comprehensive approach to pelvic floor health (00:19:02)
- Musculoskeletal connections to pelvic floor function (00:20:05)
- FIFA Female Health Project overview (00:23:07)
Memorable Quote
- "Education is the key to supporting male and female coaches"
Key Insights
- Pelvic health is not just about Kegel exercises
- Holistic approach involves:
- Thorax analysis
- Hip and joint mobility
- Breathing techniques
- Whole-body movement assessment
Recommended Resources for Practitioners
- POGP Courses
- Educators to follow:
- Michelle Lyons
- Taryn Hallam
- Dr. Sinead Dufour
Where to Find Emma
- Podcast: At Your Cervix
- Professional Focus: Pelvic Health Physiotherapy in Football
Key References
- Return to Running Postpartum Guidelines (2019)
- FIFA Female Health Project
- Chelsea FC's Menstrual Health Program
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