Pelvic health physio Elaine Miller's humour-based approach receives 'academic' analysis: a Q&A

Pelvic health physiotherapist Elaine Miller has never been comfortable sitting inside a pre-ordained professional box. She has courted controversy by using humour as an unconventional way to reach new audiences and reduce the stigma that has traditionally surrounded issues such as incontinence and sexual difficulties.

But with the recent publication of an article* – which she co-wrote with five Australia-based colleagues – in a highly respected public health journal, Elaine's approach has finally received some of the scientific backing that could encourage others to follow her lead. Here, she takes part in a Q&A with PhysioUpdate editor Ian A McMillan.