How Physiotherapy Can Help You Alleviate Pelvic Pain
Are you struggling with pelvic pain? Look no further. At The Sports Clinic, our compassionate physiotherapists are dedicated to helping you overcome pelvic pain so you can have a happy, healthy life.
Pelvic pain is a common yet often misunderstood issue affecting both men and women. It encompasses discomfort or pain in the lower abdomen, genitals, or lower back. It’s often caused by dysfunction in the pelvic region’s muscles, nerves, or joints.
Improving your pelvic health can help reduce pelvic pain and other difficult-to-discuss symptoms. Schedule an appointment with our Oakville and Carlisle, ON clinic today!
Understanding the Common Causes of Pelvic Pain
Here are some of the more common sources of pelvic pain and their accompanying symptoms:
- Endometriosis: This chronic gynecological disease occurs when uterine-like tissue grows outside the uterus. It can lead to extremely heavy or painful periods, mood changes, and painful intercourse.
- Prostatitis: This condition occurs when the prostate becomes inflamed, leading to pain throughout the pelvic area, including the genitals, lower abdomen, and lower back.
- Pudendal Neuralgia: This chronic pain condition occurs due to damage to the pudendal nerve, which runs throughout the lower buttocks, the area around the anus and rectum, and the genitals. The most common symptoms are pain, numbness, or tingling in the affected area, which is most acute when sitting.
- Sexual Dysfunction: Pelvic floor dysfunctions can impact sex life: dyspareunia (genital pain that occurs before, during, or after intercourse), vaginismus.
How Physiotherapy Helps Resolve Pelvic Pain
We understand that you’re more than your symptoms. That’s why we create comprehensive treatment plans tailored to your unique needs. We pull from several interventions, including the following:
- Pelvic Floor Manual Therapy: A gentle, hands-on manipulation of the pelvic floor muscles and fascia can help you find relief.
- Pelvic Floor Exercises: Strengthening and stretching your pelvic floor muscles can help with pain relief. We’ll show you which exercises will most benefit you and your condition.
- Modalities: Certain techniques, such as electrical stimulation, can help reduce pain, and biofeedback techniques help facilitate muscle control.
- Lifestyle Changes: We can guide you through strategies for lifestyle changes that help reduce your pain or relieve symptoms.
No matter the source of your pelvic pain, the team of physiotherapists at The Sports Clinic will work closely with you to find the right solutions for your needs.
Pelvic pain can significantly impact your quality of life–but dedicated pelvic floor physiotherapy will help you feel your best. Request your first appointment today!
Your Next Steps…
Request An Appointment
Receive A Custom Treatment Plan
Work Hard and Progress In Your Recovery
Recover & Enjoy Life Pain-Free!