What should I know about pelvic floor physiotherapy?
Pelvic floor physiotherapy is a type of physiotherapy that has been shown to treat a number of conditions that result in pelvic pain. The pelvic floor muscles, tendons, and ligaments all serve an incredibly important function as they protect the core of your body.
Our pelvic floor physiotherapist will conduct a detailed examination of your condition at your first appointment. A personalized care plan will then be developed to meet your individual needs. Treatment can include a number of things including patient education and reassurance, hands-on techniques to release the pelvic floor muscles, pelvic floor strengthening, and core strengthening.
Will physiotherapy help my specific condition?
There are several different kinds of pelvic disorders that can be relieved by Physiotherapy. For example, with pelvic physiotherapy, painful intercourse, and infertility issues can be assessed and improved. Pelvic organ prolapse, dyspareunia, and diastasis recti are also common disorders that can be treated as well.
Some of the most common pelvic conditions that pelvic health physiotherapists treats include:
Constipation
Pelvic floor rehabilitation can loosen and relax the muscles in your pelvic and anal areas, which can help relieve and eliminate constipation.
Pain following abdominal surgery
Pelvic floor rehab can help to break up scar tissue, increase strength and regain range of motion in your abdomen/pelvic area if you are healing from a recent surgical procedure.
Urinary incontinence/bladder dysfunction
In order to treat and eliminate urinary incontinence symptoms and issues with the bladder, pelvic floor rehabilitation will concentrate on improving the muscles beneath your bladder.
Rather than merely treating the symptoms, a pelvic floor physiotherapist can help assess the origin of your urinary incontinence issue to treat it at the source.
Endometriosis
Endometriosis is a prevalent disease that affects many individuals. It can damage bones, muscles, ligaments, and nerves in the pelvic region. Thankfully, pelvic floor physiotherapy can help.
Postpartum pelvic pain
After giving birth, it is normal for new mothers to suffer damage to their pelvic floor from strained muscles and/or connective tissue ijn the pelvic floor. In addition to repairing any weakened muscles or tissues, pelvic floor recovery helps reduce the discomfort they may experience.
Get started on a treatment plan today
In many cases, our treatment methods can help to provide relief and recovery for the problems that patients have been facing for years.
Our physiotherapy clinic is equipped with the necessary resources to evaluate and treat all forms of pelvic pain. PhysioPlus Health Group is conveniently located on Bloor Street West, and close to Bloor West Village, High Park, The Kingsway, The Queensway, Swansea, Etobicoke, and York, Toronto.
If your pelvic pain is limiting you, request an appointment at PhysioPlus Health Group today to begin your journey toward long-lasting relief!
