Dealing With Uncomfortable Pelvic Pain Or Pelvic Floor Dysfunction? Physical Therapy May Help.
Pelvic floor dysfunction or pain is common, but not normal. It can interrupt your everyday life and stop you from doing any of the tasks or things you enjoy on a daily basis.
Often individuals will think this is part of life, however it doesn’t have to be. Rehabilitation of the pelvic floor will help relieve the symptoms of pelvic dysfunction and improve function. The goal is to manage existing pain and prevent it from coming back or getting worse in the future.
To find relief, contact Elite Health Services today if you encounter pelvic pain or any of the pelvic floor dysfunctions described!
How does physical therapy help pelvic pain?
A pelvic floor physical therapist has received specialized training to help manage various pelvic floor dysfunctions. Although many people believe that only women can receive this kind of therapy, all genders can benefit!
There are several different kinds of pelvic disorders that can be relieved by PT treatments. A pelvic floor physical therapist can evaluate and treat urinary and fecal incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, painful intercourse (dyspareunia), infertility issues, painful periods, and constipation/diarrhea, among other issues.
Some of the most common pelvic conditions that physical therapy treats include:
Bladder dysfunction/Urinary incontinence
Conditions like overactive bladder, stress or urge urinary incontinence, frequent urinary tract infections, prolapse, interstitial cystitis (painful bladder syndrome), and increased urinary urgency can all benefit from physical therapy intervention.
In order to treat and eliminate bladder dysfunction symptoms , pelvic floor rehabilitation will concentrate on improving the strength and mobility of the muscles that support your bladder.
Rather than merely treating the symptoms, a physical therapist can help assess the origin of your bladder dysfunction issue to treat it at the source.
Bowel Dysfunction
A full assessment of the muscles, posture, and bathroom habits will allow your physical therapist to determine the root cause of your bowel dysfunction. Conditions like constipation, diarrhea, and hemorrhoids can be addressed with physical therapy.
Endometriosis
Endometriosis is a prevalent disease that affects many individuals. It can damage bones, muscles, ligaments, and nerves in the pelvic region. Thankfully, physical therapy can help.
In addition to strengthening the pelvic floor muscles, pelvic floor rehabilitation may help manage the discomfort and bloating that you can experience with endometriosis.
What does pelvic floor therapy involve?
The pelvic floor muscles, tendons, and ligaments all serve an incredibly important function: they support your internal organs, maintain continence, and act as part of your core muscles.
Your pelvic floor physical therapist will do a detailed review of your condition at your first appointment. A personalized plan of care will be developed for you based on the initial evaluation. With pelvic floor dysfunctions, an internal examination of muscle mobility and strength may be necessary. This will be discussed between you and your therapist. Treatment can involve different types of exercises, myofascial release, and re-training of bathroom habits.
Do you have a pelvic floor issue?
In many cases, our treatment methods can help provide relief and recovery for problems that patients have been facing for years.
Our Old Greenwich, CT physical therapy office is equipped with the resources necessary for evaluating and treating all forms of pelvic pain and pelvic floor dysfunction.
If your pelvic pain is limiting you, Contact Us Today at Old Greenwich, CT Center to book your appointment at Elite Health Services to begin your path toward long-lasting relief!
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