Endometriosis: More Than Just Period Pain – What Every Woman Needs to Know

Endometriosis affects 1 in 10 women, yet it takes an average of 7 to 9 years to get diagnosed. Many women are told their pain is ‘normal’ or ‘just bad periods’ — but endometriosis is much more than that. In this episode of Making Sense of Women’s Health, Roberta explains:What endometriosis actually is and why it causes so much pain.Why pelvic pain doesn’t always stop after surgery.How central sensitisation keeps pain going, even if endo lesions are removed.Why managing endometriosis takes more than just medication or surgery — and how the SENSSE Method supports both the body and the nervous system.Evidence-based tips to reduce pain, including:Managing inflammation through diet.Understanding the link between stress, sleep and pain.Specific types of exercise that support pelvic health and reduce adhesions.The importance of subconscious reprogramming using the CONTROL Method.If you’ve ever felt dismissed, told to just ‘get on with it’, or struggled to find a plan that works, this episode will empower you to advocate for yourself and explore all the management tools available — from physiotherapy to lifestyle changes to medical options.Links & Resources:Book a Women’s Health Physiotherapy Appointment with Roberta: www.thriveandshinewomenswellness.co.ukLearn how the CONTROL Method can help with chronic pain and subconscious stress patterns: thriveandshinewomenswellness.co.uk/controlFollow Roberta on Instagram for more tips: @thriveandshinewomenswellnessSubscribe to the podcast: www.makingsenseofwomenshealth.co.ukIf you found this episode helpful, please share it with anyone living with endometriosis — especially if they’ve been struggling to get answers. And don’t forget to subscribe to Making Sense of Women’s Health so you never miss an episode.Send us Fan Mailwww.thriveandshinewomenswellness.co.ukFree Masterclass: Is Perimenopause Causing Your Symptoms? → Click here to watchSupporting women’s health transitions with physiotherapy, menopause mentoring, Pilates and subconscious mindset tools.Follow, subscribe and share the Making Sense of Menopause podcast to help more women access the support they deserve.