Pelvic Health Conditions

Pelvic health physiotherapy is a specialized area of physical therapy focused on the treatment and management of conditions affecting the pelvic floor, including urinary incontinence, pelvic pain, and postpartum recovery. By using targeted exercises, manual therapy, and education, pelvic health physiotherapists work to improve the strength, function, and coordination of the pelvic muscles.

Ways Your Pelvic Physiotherapist Can Help:

• Assessment: A thorough assessment of the area of concern and surrounding areas may include examination of range of motion, strength, and stability of the internal and external components of your lumbopelvic region.
• Education: Your pelvic floor physiotherapist will go through your health history, current habits, and symptom presentation to provide you with helpful information to gain control of your pelvic health.
• Manual therapy: Hands-on techniques such as soft tissue release, joint mobilization and manipulation may be used internally and externally.
• Exercise: You will be provided with specific exercises based on the findings of your assessment, to suit your specific needs. Pelvic floor physiotherapy is more than just Kegels!

Common Pelvic Health Conditions We Treat:

• Incontinence: Treatment for any amount of urinary leakage, including stress and urge incontinence.
• Diastasis Recti: Abdominal separation and core weakness.
• Pelvic Floor Dysfunction: Addressing both weakness and overactivity.
• Pelvic Organ Prolapse: Management and rehabilitation.
• Pregnancy & Postpartum Care: Support during pregnancy, C-section recovery, and preparation for labor and delivery.
• Core & Abdominal Rehabilitation: Guiding the return to core exercises and overall physical activity.
• Pelvic Pain & Sexual Health: Addressing issues like dyspareunia, vaginismus, vulvodynia, and sexual discomfort.
• Bowel Concerns: Management of constipation and incontinence.
• Musculoskeletal Issues: Treatment for piriformis syndrome, lower back pain, and sacroiliac joint pain.