Pelvic Health Physiotherapy
Introduction:
Pelvic health physiotherapy is a specialised field of physiotherapy that focuses on the assessment and treatment of the muscles, joints, and tissues of the pelvis. This area of physiotherapy is particularly important for women, as well as men, who may experience pelvic health issues at different stages of their lives.
What is Pelvic Health Physiotherapy?
Pelvic health physiotherapy involves the assessment and treatment of conditions related to the pelvic region, such as urinary and faecal incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, pelvic pain, sexual dysfunction, and pregnancy-related issues. A pelvic health physiotherapist is trained to assess and treat the muscles and tissues of the pelvic floor, which play a crucial role in maintaining continence, sexual function, and core stability.
Assessment:
Pelvic health physiotherapy assessment typically involves an initial interview and a physical examination. The physiotherapist will ask you questions about your symptoms and medical history, as well as your lifestyle and habits that may be contributing to your condition. The physical examination may include a pelvic floor muscle assessment, which involves inserting a gloved finger into the vagina or rectum to assess the strength, tone, and coordination of the pelvic floor muscles.
Treatment:
Pelvic health physiotherapy treatment may include exercises to strengthen or relax the pelvic floor muscles, manual therapy techniques, biofeedback, electrical stimulation, and lifestyle modifications. Treatment plans are individualised to each patient based on their specific needs and goals. Treatment for pelvic health conditions can be highly effective, and many patients see significant improvements in their symptoms with physiotherapy.
Benefits:
Pelvic health physiotherapy can offer many benefits, including improved urinary and faecal continence, reduced pelvic pain, improved sexual function, and improved core stability. For pregnant women, pelvic health physiotherapy can help prepare the pelvic floor for childbirth and reduce the risk of complications during and after delivery.
Conclusion:
Pelvic health physiotherapy is an important field of physiotherapy that can help improve the quality of life for many people. If you are experiencing pelvic health issues, consider seeing our pelvic health physiotherapist, Jo Dale to receive a personal treatment plan that will help you achieve your goals and improve your overall health and wellbeing.
