The Pelvic Pain Foundation of Australia (PPFA) sick bay kit is a comprehensive, clinician-informed resource designed to support students or people in the workplace who present with period or pelvic pain. It equips school nurses, wellbeing officers, and staff with evidence-based tools to provide effective, safe, and practical care — all in one convenient pack.
What’s inside the Sick Bay kit?
High quality PPFA Branded Yoga Mat – with stretching guide for targeted movement to relieve pelvic muscle tension
Microwaveable Heat Pack – Washable and reusable, with 3 replacement covers
TENS Machine – A compact and durable unit with alcohol wipes and replacement pads to assist with non-medicated pain relief (8 sets of gel sticky pads included - we suggest issuing one set per person and store in a ziplock bag for their personal use). Additional pads can be ordered by emailing us.
Dr Susan Evans’ new book “Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain for Teens”
This kit also includes PPFA Factsheets & Forms:
Referral Letter Template – For school nurses/admin staff to notify parents and GPs about repeated sick bay visits, symptoms, days missed, and management to date.
Parent/Guardian TENS Consent Form – For safe and approved student use.
TENS Machine Factsheet – Explaining use, safety, and clinical research.
Acupressure for Pain Management Factsheet – Easy-to-use self-care techniques.
Pelvic Stretches Factsheet – Targeted movements for relief.
Tips & Tricks for Managing Period Pain Factsheet – Practical everyday strategies.
Mindfulness & Breathing Techniques Factsheet – To calm the nervous system and reduce pain perception.
Medications for Period Pain Factsheet – Information on safe and effective options (with guidance to consult a doctor).
The Pelvic Pain Foundation of Australia (PPFA) sick bay kit is a comprehensive, clinician-informed resource designed to support students or people in the workplace who present with period or pelvic pain. It equips school nurses, wellbeing officers, and staff with evidence-based tools to provide effective, safe, and practical care — all in one convenient pack.
What’s inside the Sick Bay kit?
High quality PPFA Branded Yoga Mat – with stretching guide for targeted movement to relieve pelvic muscle tension
Microwaveable Heat Pack – Washable and reusable, with 3 replacement covers
TENS Machine – A compact and durable unit with alcohol wipes and replacement pads to assist with non-medicated pain relief (8 sets of gel sticky pads included - we suggest issuing one set per person and store in a ziplock bag for their personal use). Additional pads can be ordered by emailing us.
Dr Susan Evans’ new book “Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain for Teens”
This kit also includes PPFA Factsheets & Forms:
Referral Letter Template – For school nurses/admin staff to notify parents and GPs about repeated sick bay visits, symptoms, days missed, and management to date.
Parent/Guardian TENS Consent Form – For safe and approved student use.
TENS Machine Factsheet – Explaining use, safety, and clinical research.
Acupressure for Pain Management Factsheet – Easy-to-use self-care techniques.
Pelvic Stretches Factsheet – Targeted movements for relief.
Tips & Tricks for Managing Period Pain Factsheet – Practical everyday strategies.
Mindfulness & Breathing Techniques Factsheet – To calm the nervous system and reduce pain perception.
Medications for Period Pain Factsheet – Information on safe and effective options (with guidance to consult a doctor).
