#022 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