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Pelvic Rehabilitation

Pelvic Rehabilitation

Pelvic rehabilitation is a specialized form of physical therapy focused on treating disorders and dysfunctions of the pelvic floor muscles. These muscles support the bladder, bowel, and reproductive organs, and are crucial for urinary and bowel control, sexual function, and overall stability. Pelvic rehabilitation aims to alleviate pain, improve function, and enhance the quality of life for individuals experiencing pelvic floor disorders.

Conditions Treated with Pelvic Rehabilitation

  • Urinary Incontinence: Involuntary leakage of urine due to weak pelvic floor muscles.
  • Fecal Incontinence: Inability to control bowel movements, leading to unintentional stool leakage.
  • Pelvic Pain: Chronic pain in the pelvic region, often related to conditions like endometriosis, interstitial cystitis, or pelvic inflammatory disease.
  • Pelvic Organ Prolapse: Descent of pelvic organs causing a feeling of pressure or fullness.
  • Post-Surgical Recovery: Rehabilitation after surgeries such as hysterectomy or prostatectomy.
  • Pregnancy and Postpartum Care: Addressing issues such as diastasis recti, pelvic pain, and incontinence related to pregnancy and childbirth.

Benefits of Pelvic Rehabilitation

  • Improved Muscle Strength: Strengthens the pelvic floor muscles, enhancing support for the pelvic organs.
  • Better Bladder and Bowel Control: Helps manage and reduce symptoms of incontinence.
  • Pain Relief: Alleviates chronic pelvic pain through targeted exercises and manual therapy.
  • Enhanced Sexual Function: Improves muscle function and reduces pain, leading to better sexual health.
  • Post-Surgical Recovery: Accelerates healing and restores function after pelvic surgeries.
  • Support During Pregnancy and Postpartum: Provides relief from pregnancy-related discomforts and helps with recovery after childbirth.