Pelvic floor dysfunction? You do not have to let it control you. Get back to your active life.
What can PT treatments do for my pelvic floor dysfunction?
Physical therapy is one of the most effective treatments for Pelvic floor dysfunction. This is a noninvasive, non-surgical way to relieve pain and promote a normal, active life. Pelvic rehabilitation can help individuals of any age who are experiencing symptoms to get long term results. Our physical therapists at Synergy Therapeutic Group in Carbondale and , IL will perform a thorough physical evaluation to assess your pain and problems and prescribe hands on treatment and exercises.
What is pelvic floor dysfunction?
If you think of the pelvis as being the home to organs like the bladder, uterus (or prostate in men) and rectum, the pelvic floor muscles are the home’s foundation. These muscles act as the support structure keeping everything in place within your body. Your pelvic floor muscles add support to several of your organs by wrapping around your pelvic bone. Some of these muscles add more stability by forming a sling around the rectum.
Pelvic floor dysfunction is a common condition where you’re unable to correctly relax and coordinate the muscles in your pelvic floor. Pelvic muscles can be weakened and control can be lost for many reasons like an overall health condition, childbirth, surgery, cancer, and radiation.
All of our patients receive the finest level of gentle care, compassion, and understanding. We do not do any internal examinations. You may rest assured that your symptoms and concerns will be taken into account while your tailored treatment plan is developed.
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Common Questions
Who needs pelvic floor physical therapy?
Anyone with urinary or bowel leakage, pelvic pain, painful intercourse, pelvic pressure or heaviness, postpartum recovery, pre-surgery prep, or chronic constipation. Men and women both. Pelvic floor issues are far more common than people realize — and far more treatable than people fear.
Is pelvic floor physical therapy embarrassing?
We get this question every day. The honest answer: it can feel awkward initially, but our team makes it as comfortable as possible. We talk through every step before doing anything, you control what happens, internal assessment is only when needed and with your consent. Most patients say “this was so much easier than I expected” after their first session.
Do men need pelvic floor physical therapy?
Yes — increasingly common. Men with chronic pelvic pain, post-prostate-surgery incontinence, erectile dysfunction (when neuromuscular), constipation, or sports hernias often benefit. The pelvic floor is not a “women issue” — every body has one and every body can develop dysfunction.