Pelvic Floor Therapy

Pelvic pain is no joke. The pelvic area is an important part of the body that serves many purposes in humans of all genders. Pelvic pain can present at different points throughout your menstrual cycle, during pregnancy, after giving birth, following surgery, after an injury, as a result of personal habits and practices, or as a result of an underlying systemic condition. Some pelvic conditions may also result in painful intercourse or difficulty with eliminatory functions.

Dealing with pelvic pain alone can be very confusing, isolating and scary, but it can be successfully addressed through pelvic floor rehabilitation at AxisPro Physical Therapy & Lymphedema Clinic. Some of the most common pelvic conditions that our physical therapist treats include urinary and fecal incontinence, urinary urgency/frequency, constipation, post-prostatectomy recovery, postpartum pelvic pain, pelvic girdle pain, pain following abdominal surgery, dyspareunia, vaginismus, endometriosis pain, pudendal neuralgia, gender affirming care, and more.

If you or a loved one are struggling with pelvic pain, you may benefit from pelvic floor therapy. Contact our office today for more information!

What Does Pelvic Floor Therapy Focus On?

Pelvic floor therapy focuses on addressing the muscles, nerves and connective tissue of the pelvic floor to restore strength, coordination and optimal function. When muscles in the pelvic area become tight or weak, your daily life can be negatively impacted as these structures support the core of your body and are a key player in the performance of many everyday movements.

Our licensed pelvic floor specialist will review your medical history and conduct a thorough examination to design an individualized treatment plan. This may include stretches, manual therapy, lifestyle changes, education, body awareness training, breath training, and exercises to reduce pain, improve function and strengthen or relax your pelvic floor muscles depending on your condition.

Some common pelvic conditions that AxisPro Physical Therapy & Lymphedema Clinic can treat:

  • Overactive bladder (urgency/frequency) 
  • Urinary or fecal incontinence
  • Dysmenorrhea
  • Vaginismus
  • Vulvodynia
  • Constipation
  • Pudendal neuralgia
  • Pelvic girdle pain
  • Difficulty getting to the bathroom in time, due to conditions such as arthritis
  • Pelvic organ prolapse
  • Diastasis recti
  • Dysfunction related to gender presentation and/or gender affirming care

Treatment Methods for Pelvic Pain

Depending on your pain levels and specific condition, there are several different types of treatment methods your AxisPro Physical Therapy & Lymphedema Clinic pelvic floor specialist may use to relieve pelvic pain.

Methods your pelvic floor specialist may use include:

  • Manual therapy techniques for tissue mobility and pain relief
  • Increasing endurance, strength, coordination and stability of the core, hip muscles and pelvic floor
  • Biofeedback or electrical stimulation
  • Diet and lifestyle changes
  • Improving posture/positioning for functional activities
  • Balance and mobility training
  • Relaxation/pain control techniques
  • Diaphragmatic breathing exercises

How Can I Get Started?

Pelvic floor rehabilitation can benefit people from all walks of life. Here at AxisPro Physical Therapy & Lymphedema Clinic, we want you to be able to live your life comfortably and fully. If you are suffering from pelvic pain or dysfunction, don’t wait any longer. Contact us to request an appointment.

We’ll help relieve your pelvic floor condition so you can get back to living your life. Give us a call today!