An examination is not essential. The programme includes self check tools and guidance to help you ensure you are activating your pelvic floor correctly. However, if you are still unsure, then an examination is advised.
This programme is for building the strength of a weak pelvic floor.
Sometimes the pelvic floor is 'overactive', or 'tight' and this would require a different treatment. Symptoms of an overactive pelvic floor are more likely to be pain or tightness (e.g. pain on intercourse, unable to have intercourse or wear tampons), rather than leaking or prolapse. If you have these symptoms, then seek assessment first.