Vulvodynia, previously known as Vulvar Vestibulitis Syndrome, is a condition of pain in the vulvar area and can present differently for every woman. It is often characterised by stinging, burning, irritation, rawness and pain with sex and can vary in severity. Vulvodynia has long been misunderstood until quite recently with research only emerging over the last 25 years. Finally, there are now some answers for women who have been suffering with this pain for many years, having

Intimacy can be a big part of a woman's relationship and identity. When sexual pain gets in the way, it can begin to affect the connection you have with your partner, your femininity, sexuality and confidence. Seems like an unusual topic for a physio to be involved in, however sexual pain and dysfunction makes up around 40% of my current caseload! At a recent group meeting with other Pelvic Health Physiotherapists, a number of them expressed that in another life/different car