Pelvic Pain: Comprehensive Physical Therapy Solutions

Pelvic pain can occur for a number of reasons, and it can be both limiting and, for some, even a bit embarrassing. It can hinder your daily life and prevent you from doing some of the activities you love. Fortunately, physical therapy for pelvic pain can help ease your symptoms of pelvic dysfunction and strengthen your pelvic floor muscles to prevent future problems. If you are experiencing pelvic pain, contact One on One Physical Therapy today to find relief!

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Understanding the Causes of Pelvic Pain

The pelvic area is a complex and important part of the body that serves several functions, especially for women. Pelvic pain can occur at different points during your menstrual cycle, during pregnancy, after giving birth, after surgery, or as a result of an underlying condition, such as endometriosis. Some pelvic conditions may also result in painful intercourse or infertility issues, which can be addressed and possibly fixed through pelvic floor rehabilitation.

Benefits of Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation

The muscles, tendons, and ligaments that comprise the pelvic floor serve an extremely important purpose, as they support the core of your body. One of our highly trained Atlanta physical therapists can help relieve your pelvic pain, improve your flexibility, and increase your overall functionality.

The treatments involved in your pelvic floor rehabilitation plan will depend on the results of your initial assessment. Your injury or condition will be evaluated during a physical examination, and then a qualified physical therapist will form a treatment plan that addresses your specific needs. This typically includes several forms of exercise and massage to reduce pain, lessen symptoms, and potentially heal your condition.

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If you are a woman suffering from occasional or chronic pelvic pain, physical therapy can help. Pelvic pain can occur for many reasons, and pelvic floor rehabilitation can help reduce or eliminate the pain and symptoms you are experiencing. If your pain is limiting you from living your daily life, contact One on One Physical Therapy today to schedule an appointment with one of our qualified Atlanta physical therapists.

How Does Physical Therapy Help Pelvic Pain?

Physical therapy treatments, such as pelvic floor rehabilitation, have been proven to treat a variety of conditions resulting in pelvic pain. Here are some of the most common pelvic conditions that physical therapy treats:

Postpartum Pelvic Pain

After giving birth, it is common for new mothers to experience strained muscles and/or connective tissue damage in their pelvic floor. Pelvic floor rehabilitation helps reduce pain and strengthen any damaged muscles or tissues.

Pain Following Abdominal Surgery

If you are recovering from a recent surgical procedure, pelvic floor rehabilitation can help break up scar tissue, improve strength, and regain range of motion in your abdomen/pelvic region.

Endometriosis

Endometriosis can affect the bones, muscles, ligaments, and nerves in the pelvic region. Pelvic floor rehabilitation can help reduce pain and bloating associated with endometriosis while strengthening the pelvic floor muscles.

Urinary Incontinence

A physical therapist can help determine the root of your problem with urinary incontinence. Pelvic floor rehabilitation focuses on strengthening the muscles under your bladder to treat and eliminate incontinence issues.

Constipation

Pelvic floor rehabilitation can loosen and relax the muscles in your pelvic and anal areas, helping to relieve and eliminate constipation.

Additional Conditions Treated by Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation

While these are just a few of the most common conditions of pelvic dysfunction that can be treated with physical therapy, there are many other pelvic conditions that PT treatments can relieve. For example, painful intercourse and infertility problems may also be improved with pelvic therapy. Less common conditions treated include pelvic organ prolapse, dyspareunia, and diastasis recti.

What to Expect with Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy

This specific form of physical therapy works on strengthening the muscles, tendons, and ligaments of the pelvic floor. When muscles in the pelvic area become tight or weak, your daily life can be greatly affected. One of our dedicated Atlanta physical therapists will evaluate your medical history and provide a musculoskeletal examination to determine the specific type of treatment you’ll need. This may include proactive and/or preventative treatments. Some common techniques used during pelvic floor rehabilitation include:

Postural Exercises

Improve posture and strengthen pelvic floor muscles.

Myofascial Exercises

Target the pelvic floor muscles and connecting fascia through light exercise, stretches, and massage.

Diaphragmatic Breathing

Deep breathing exercises to relax muscles in the pelvic area.

Relaxation Techniques

Techniques such as guided imagery or biofeedback to help you relax.

Get Started with Physical Therapy Today

There is no reason for you to live in pain any longer. Contact our Atlanta physical therapy office today for more information and to schedule your initial consultation. Our experienced physical therapists are ready to help you start on the path to long-lasting pain relief. At One on One Physical Therapy, we are committed to providing the highest quality care to help you regain your comfort and functionality.