Pelvic pain expert Dr Jane Chalmers explains why endometriosis pain doesn’t always match disease severity, and how to support your nervous system before and after surgery. Learn more about pain recovery and holistic healing with Matilda Health.

Bladder and bowel dysfunction are frequently under-recognised components of the endometriosis experience, yet they are often among the most distressing.

Navigating uncertainty is one of the hardest parts of the endometriosis journey, especially when you’ve gone through the process of a laparoscopy and come out the other side without a clear diagnosis.

Preparing for surgery can feel overwhelming- there’s so much to think about, both physically and emotionally. That’s where prehab and rehab come in. These simple, evidence-based strategies can make a real difference to how you recover and feel after surgery.

When it comes to endometriosis, there’s no one-size-fits-all approach and choosing to have surgery is a deeply personal decision. It’s not something I ever took lightly, and it’s not the only path to relief. But for me, at three different points in my journey, surgery felt like the right choice. Looking back, each of those decisions came from a place of wanting to protect my health and quality of life and I do not regret undergoing any of those procedures.

Recovery from endometriosis surgery is about more than wound healing. It’s a delicate process of physical, emotional, and hormonal adjustment- especially in the first few weeks.

Pelvic Health Physiotherapy focuses on the assessment and treatment of the muscles, nerves, and tissues in and around the pelvis — while also considering how the whole body works together. This blog explores how Pelvic Health Physiotherapy supports muscle function before and after endometriosis surgery.

Surgery for endometriosis can be a big moment—not just physically, but emotionally too. For loved ones, it can be hard to know what to say or do. How do you show up meaningfully without overstepping? How can you support them before, during, and after surgery in a way that feels genuinely helpful?

This guide is for you.

Preparing for surgery can feel overwhelming, but small daily actions can make a big difference in your recovery. One of the most effective ways to stay motivated, engaged, and accountable during this critical time is habit tracking.

For many people with endometriosis, surgery is often seen as a turning point, but many face it with uncertainty, misinformation, and a lack of clear guidance. In our Surgery Optimisation Co-Design Sessions, we heard firsthand what people wished they had known beforehand, and we share those insights along with practical planning tips to help you feel more prepared and empowered.

Dr Kevin Wernli explores how pain is produced and what people can do before and after their endometriosis surgery to ensure a smooth recovery.

Surgical outcomes are not just determined by physical readiness—mental preparation is just as critical. Dr Kevin Wernli (PhD) discusses the research on the critical role of psychological prehabilitation in improving recovery outcomes.