While pelvic health is a topic of discussion that many of us neglect when it comes to our health and wellness, it’s a key part of what keeps us comfortable, mobile, and confident in our daily lives. At Shoppers World Pelvic Health Physiotherapy in Brampton, our skilled pelvic floor physiotherapists are highly specialized in assessing and treating many different problems that you may experience in your pelvic floor that can be of significant discomfort to you. Here’s when you might want to book an appointment. Here are the ‘red flag’ signs that you should see a pelvic health physiotherapist.
Chronic Pelvic Pain: Pain in your lower abdomen, pelvis, or perineum is never something to dismiss. If you experience pain with activities of daily living, sitting for a prolonged period of time, or intercourse, pelvic physiotherapy may assist in alleviating the underlying muscle tension, nerve sensitivity, or joint irritation fueling your pain.
Urinary Incontinence: Whether you notice small amounts of urine escaping your bladder when you laugh, cough, sneeze, or exercise, it can be a sign of a weak pelvic floor. If the problem is a weak pelvic floor, a pelvic physiotherapist can assess your muscles and give you some tailored exercises and strategies to help you regain control of your bladder and help limit or stop leakage.
Painful Intercourse (Dyspareunia): Pain during or after sex is a widely prevalent but rarely-discussed problem. Pelvis physiotherapy works to relax and retrain the pelvic floor muscles, increase flexibility, and reduce sensitivity to make intimacy more comfortable.
Pelvic Organ Prolapse: Feeling of pressure or fullness in the vagina or rectum or a sensation of something “falling out” could indicate pelvic organ prolapse. Physical therapy can fortify supporting muscles and offer lifestyle habits that can help you control and recover symptoms.
Prenatal and Postnatal Issues: Pregnancy and childbirth can take a significant toll on the pelvic floor. Whether you’re getting ready to push or you’ve already delivered, pelvic physiotherapy can prevent or treat incontinence, ease pain, and speed healing.
Constipation/Defecatory Issues: Having difficulty emptying your bowels or feeling like you have ‘incomplete evacuations’ can often be tied to a pelvic problem. A physiotherapist can provide strategies to help improve the bowels and help retrain the muscles responsible for opening out the back passage.
Pain in the Lower Back, Hip, or Tailbone: These pain sensations can occasionally be traced back to imbalances in the pelvic floor. Correction of pelvic floor dysfunction often resolves the pain-associated musculoskeletal dysfunctions of the surrounding structures.
Why Shoppers World Physiotherapy in Brampton?
At Shoppers World Physiotherapy, we are committed to providing quality care in a welcoming, professional setting dedicated to making you the center of our attention. We collaborate with you to develop an individualized treatment plan that includes manual therapy, exercise prescription, education, and lifestyle accommodation to restore proper pelvic function.
Take the Next Step Toward Better Pelvic Health
If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, don’t wait. The sooner you get treatment, the better your long-term health and recovery will be. Call Shoppers World Physiotherapy in Brampton now and book your consultation to transform your life and begin your journey to better pelvic health.