HowWell Do You KnowYour Pelvic Health? Plenty of individuals go their entire lives without ever experiencing pelvic floor pain. However, many of us are not that lucky, and might find ourselves dealing with abdominal discomfort, incontinence, or post-surgical pain at least once in our lives. At Synergy Manual Physical Therapy, we understand your pain and discomfort. We cater to the needs of all of our patients regardless of age, gender, or sexual identity. Our therapists can address many different disorders relating to the pelvis and its joints, muscles, and nerves. We evaluate and treat a variety of problems related to general pelvic pain, incontinence, pre and post-surgical gender reassignment rehabilitation, sexual dysfunction, and painful intercourse. If you’re dealing with pelvic pain or discomfort, contact Synergy Manual Physical Therapy today to speak with one of our pelvic health specialists about treatment. We’re 100% committed to the health and recovery of all of our patients. What Is The Pelvic Floor? transgender patients as well. According to Pullman Regional Hospital, “pelvic health physical therapy is beneficial for individuals who have undergone gender affirmation surgical procedures.” After undergoing reconstructive surgery, the muscular support of the pelvic floor is altered, and so function may be compromised. Seeing a pelvic floor specialist before and after your operation can speed up your recovery and improve your overall satisfaction with your results. Pelvic floor therapy is also beneficial to men dealing with prostate issues, as this is a commonly experienced problem in the older male population. Menwith prostate conditions are particularly susceptible to pelvic floor issues such as incontinence and sexual dysfunction. Physical therapy can help to assess strength, endurance, flexibility, and motor control bring lasting relief. Reasons To See a Pelvic Health Physical Therapist: Pelvic pain symptoms can be stressful, embarrassing, and may limit your tolerance to daily activities. This list includes many symptoms and common conditions people with pelvic floor dysfunction may be diagnosed with: • Nocturia (frequent need to urinate) • Pelvic pain during intercourse • Bloating and abdominal
All people, regardless of gender, have pelvises, and therefore have pelvic floor muscles. Your pelvic floor is a group of muscles that lie at the bottom of your pelvis and surround your genitalia. These muscles support the rectum, bladder, and uterus, and are involved in sexual and reproductive processes. The pelvis is made stable by these muscles when they’re working properly. Who Can Pelvic Physical Therapy Help? Many people think that pelvic physical therapy is only beneficial for pregnant women or women experiencing postpartum pelvic pain. While women do benefit immensely from pelvic physical therapy, they’re not the only ones! Pelvic therapy can be beneficial to anyone regardless of age or gender identity. Synergy Manual Physical Therapy specialists are trained to treat
• Post-surgical pain • Prostatitis • Dyspareunia • Constipation or Irritable Bowel Syndrome • Interstitial cystitis
pressure • Vaginismus • Vulvodynia
If you’re experiencing any of the above-mentioned symptoms or conditions affecting the functionality of your pelvic floor, or have recently undergone gender reassignment surgery, it’s in your best interest to consult with a physical therapist to see if your pelvic floor is functioning properly.
If you’re interested in manual physical therapy, visit www.synergympt.com or call us to schedule your appointment with Synergy Manual Physical Therapy today!
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