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.

If you live with endometriosis or persistent pelvic pain, you probably already know that pain doesn’t follow a neat, predictable schedule. Some days are manageable. Others are overwhelming. And many days fall somewhere in between.

One of the most common questions I hear from patients is:
"Can I do Pilates if I have endometriosis?"

And the answer is: there is absolutely no rule against it.

Travelling with endo? It’s absolutely possible. Yes, you can still live your best life- whether it’s cocktails by the beach or hot chocolates in the mountains. The key? A bit of prep, some handy tricks, and listening to your body every step of the way.