Pelvic Heath Physiotherapy Barrie
Pelvic health physiotherapy is a specialized form of physiotherapy that focuses on pelvic floor function and overall wellness. The pelvic floor is a group of muscles deep within the pelvis that helps support the bladder, bowel and pelvic organs. When the pelvic floor is not functioning well, these organs lack full support, which can leading to poor bladder and bowel control and sexual dysfunction.
Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy helps improve pelvic floor function by relaxing and strengthening the muscles that support the pelvic organs. This is achieved through muscle release techniques, exercise, lifestyle modifications and education. No matter how long you have been experiencing dysfunction, it is never too late to start improving your pelvic health with physiotherapy.
5 Reasons to see a Pelvic Health Physiotherapist:
Incontinence: Both urinary and fecal incontinence can be managed with pelvic floor exercises and training.
Pelvic Pain: Conditions such as interstitial cystitis, vulvodynia and pubic symphysis pain
Postpartum Recovery: Helping women recover pelvic floor strength and function after childbirth.
Prolapse: Pelvic organ prolapse management through strengthening exercises and lifestyle modifications.
Sexual Dysfunction: Issues such as pain during intercourse
What to expect during your first visit:
Our experienced pelvic health physiotherapist offers a safe and supportive environment for patients looking to improve their pelvic floor function. On your first visit, our physiotherapist will perform an assessment which will include:
1. Medical history to understand your symptoms, lifestyle, and relevant surgical/childbirth history.
2. Physical Examination: A detailed assessment, which may include an external and internal examination to evaluate the strength, tone, and coordination of the pelvic floor muscles.
3. Treatment: After our physiotherapist explains the findings from their assessment, the plan of care is reviewed with you prior to starting treatment. Treatment can include manual therapy (internal/external), exercises and education. Our physiotherapist will work within your comfort level to get you the results you deserve.