Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy

Your pelvic health matters. Pelvic floor dysfunction affects almost half of the population above the age of 40 years. The symptoms include leaking, incontinence, and pelvic organ prolapse. The floor of the pelvis consists of a collection of muscles that enclose the pelvic viscera, including the uterus, bladder, and intestines.The pelvic floor supports pelvic and abdominal viscera, maintains bladder and bowel continence, and aids the functions of defecating, voiding, childbirth, and sexual activity. Weak or too much tight pelvic muscle can cause pelvic floor dysfunction, which may include bowel/urinary incontinence, pelvic pain, pain during sex, pelvic organ prolapses, and sexual dysfunction.

What is Pelvic floor physiotherapy?

Pelvic floor physiotherapy is a treatment for pelvic dysfunction performed by trained physiotherapists to rehabilitate the pelvic floor muscles. Diabetes, childbirth, being overweight, heavy lifting, constipation, menopause, and even surgical removal of the prostrate can weaken pelvic muscles. The pelvic floor muscles act like a cradle to support the uterus, bowel, and bladder forming a sling between the tailbone and the pubic bone. Weak pelvic muscles can affect bowel and bladder control resulting in leakage (incontinence) and prolapse.

Exercises and Pelvic floor physiotherapy

Several exercises help to strengthen pelvic muscles and rehabilitate the pelvic floor to reduce the problems of incontinence and pain caused by the weakening of the muscles. Pelvic floor physiotherapists have specialized training in assessing and treating various conditions resulting from pelvic floor dysfunction. Although such dysfunction affects men and women, it affects women the most. The physiotherapist assesses the patient based on the medical history followed by an external and internal physical examination.

Pelvic floor physiotherapy at Well-Being Physio

At Well-Being Physio, the therapist works out a detailed treatment plan comprising various pelvic floor exercises, and each session lasts for about 30-45 minutes. The exercises either strengthen or elongate the muscles and reduce spasms in tightened or shortened muscles. Besides improving the pelvic floor, the exercises improve the condition of the hips, lumbar spine, abdominal region, and central nervous system.

Benefits of Choosing Well-Being Physio

Well-Being Physio, being in service for years now, is familiar with diverse pelvic floor issues. As an experienced physiotherapist, Bhumi Shah conducts pelvic floor physiotherapy with extreme care and precision. So, put all your fears and anxieties to rest. Let the expert diagnose your condition and find the right solution for you. Gain back your self-confidence without any surgery. No incisions, no injections required.