Su Mawdsley MSc Bsc (Hons) RGN has worked as a specialist nurse in acute pain management at a gynaecology and obstetric hospital since 1995.

She is currently undertaking a PhD at Salford University (UK) and her study is about the impact of Symphysis pubis dysfunction on the mum-to-be.

The data for the study is being collected via specially created web pages and ethical approval has been granted by Salford University.

The study is entitled "Experiences and Knowledge seeking behaviours of women with Pregnancy induced Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction"

It asks the question " Please describe your experiences of having Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction: also what has helped you and what hasn't"

To access further information about the study including the link to enable you to take part - please click here.

Some women may find recalling their experiences of Pelvic girdle pain/symphysis pubis dysfunction upsetting.If you have been affected in this way and would like further support or advice  Please contact PINS on 01586 830323 or email support@pelvicinstability.org.uk