About Melanie Underwood
Supporting women to feel more informed, empowered, and in control of their bodies.
Melanie Underwood is the founder of Embody Physiotherapy & Pelvic Health. She is a Chartered Physiotherapist with over 25 years’ experience, qualified from the University of Manchester in 2000, and began her career in the NHS before moving into private practice in 2004.
- Specialisms: pelvic floor dysfunction, bladder and bowel symptoms, prolapse, pregnancy and postnatal recovery, menopause, pessary fitting, and scar therapy.
- Approach: compassionate, empathetic, and focused on education and confidence.
A specialist route shaped over time.
Career
NHS, private practice, specialist progression
Clinical experience includes NHS work, Head Academy Physiotherapist at Stoke City, and private practice since 2004.
Qualifications
Pelvic health, pessaries, menopause, scar therapy
Additional training includes pelvic floor assessment and rehabilitation, prolapse management, pessary fitting, pelvic floor dysfunction, dyspareunia, menopause, and scar therapy.
Memberships
CSP, HCPC, POGP
Melanie is a member of the CSP, HCPC, and an affiliate member of POGP.
Compassionate, educational, and evidence-based.
Personal statement
I want every woman to leave feeling heard, understood, and more confident in her body.
Melanie is married to Pete and has two energetic young boys. She values staying active and spending time outdoors, which reinforces her belief in helping women feel strong, capable, and able to fully enjoy everyday life.
Next step
A calm route through to booking.
If you think Embody Physiotherapy could help, the next step is to review the services and fees, FAQs, and booking information and then get in touch or book online.