Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy

pelvic floor physio.

A treatment for problems related to the pelvic floor.

This therapy includes exercises that can help relieve symptoms like pain, discomfort, and disruptions to your quality of life.

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WHAT TO EXPECT DURING ASSESSMENT

Your First Treatment

When you begin pelvic floor therapy, your Pelvic Floor Therapist will learn more about your condition by gathering a detailed history of your complaints and symptoms. Your Physiotherapist will check your core muscles to see how strong they are, along with how much core endurance you have. Your PT will also have you try certain activities and positions to check the coordination of your pelvic floor muscles.

Your therapist will describe what the exam will be like and discuss risks, benefits, and expectations. An internal exam is a key element to help assess your symptoms and anatomy. Once we have obtained consent to this exam, the Physiotherapist will exam your internal structure. There is never any pressure, our therapists are here to make sure you are comfortable.

Once you have a better understanding of the reason for your symptoms and treatment options, your physical therapist will work with you to determine a plan of action. Considering the recommendations together, you will agree on the number of follow-up visits that work best for your budget, schedule, and treatment plan. Your therapist may give you a few exercises to implement at home to focus on any imbalances they found during the examination.

HOW PELVIC FLOOR PHYSIOTHERAPY CAN HELP

Conditions Treated

Frequent urination (incontinence)

Chronic Pelvic Pain

Prolapse

Pain during intercourse

Trouble controlling your urine (leakage)

Aging

Pregnancy

Over/under use of the pelvic muscles

Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy

Before, During and After Pregnancy

What is the “Pelvic Floor”? – You can think of the pelvic floor musculature as a sling or hammock that holds up vitals internal organs including bladder, bowels, and the uterus. These muscles are important in stability in the abdomen, low back, and hips. The pelvic floor can become affected by trauma (muscle strain, pregnancy/childbirth, sexual assault etc.), overactivity/tension, hormonal changes (menopause, pregnancy, hormone therapy etc.) and more.

A pelvic floor physiotherapy assessment can include an external and internal exam to better identify problem areas to address in treatment and to create an individualized exercise program tailored to these issues. Pelvic floor physiotherapy can be offered during pregnancy as well as postpartum. Common issues addressed with pelvic floor physiotherapy throughout and after pregnancy include;

Low back, hip, tailbone and pelvic pain as a result of ligament laxity with hormonal changes
Pain with sexual activity from changes to pelvic floor tone
Changes in bladder and/or bowel function (increased frequency, incontinence or leakage, constipation etc.)
Breathing and relaxation techniques
Assess for prolapse/pessary use

Seeking help with pelvic floor concerns prior to baby’s arrival is important to decrease unpleasant symptoms following childbirth as well as speed up the recovery process. Continuing with pelvic floor physiotherapy or follow ups in postpartum phase is important to address any injuries, weakness and for a support system on what to expect and how to best recover.

At 360 Brain Body we implement a multidisciplinary approach which allows us the advantage to incorporate all possible contributors to pain including; physical findings (tension, weakness, tenderness etc.) hormone changes, diet issues, impact of mental health as well as developing a specific exercise/mobility practice to aid in recovery. Our team includes physiotherapy, naturopathy, acupuncture, psychology and Pilates for a well-rounded skill set.

Give us a call for a free 10-minute consultation over the phone where we can answer any questions, clarify areas of concerns, and have you feel comfortable with booking in.

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