Physiotherapy can help with a range of pelvic pain conditions including:
- Musculoskeletal pain associated with the spine, hips and pelvic joints
- Painful conditions associated with the pelvic organs- bladder, bowels and reproductive organs
- Painful intercourse or difficulty using a tampon or having a PAP smear.
- Coccyx (tailbone) pain
Many of these conditions can be quite distressing and have a significant impact on a person’s quality of life. Sometimes it can take a while to get a diagnosis so many people suffer for a long period of time before they come to see us.
Physiotherapy can help you understand your condition and the things that might be contributing to your pain. We will complete a comprehensive assessment and work closely with your doctor or specialist.
The importance of pelvic floor physiotherapy
Pelvic floor physiotherapists address muscle tension and imbalances in the pelvic floor muscles by using methods to increase mobility, relieve pain, and strengthen the pelvic floor muscles.
The pelvic floor muscles can be weakened by obesity, prostate cancer treatment, pregnancy, childbirth, and chronic constipation. When they are weakened, pelvic floor muscles that support the bladder, bowel, and uterus can cause life-impacting issues among women, men, and children.
Pelvic floor physiotherapy treatment is backed by robust evidence-based support and has substantial benefits for most pelvic floor disorders. Sometimes it may be that your pelvic floor muscles are holding too much tension and need to learn to relax or there could be tension or weakness of muscles surrounding the low back, abdominals or hips. You may need retraining in normal movement and posture. NQ Physio Solutions’ Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy uses evidence-based therapy to treat a range of pelvic floor conditions.
Physio-led exercise class for pelvic floor treatment
At NQ Physio Solutions, we offer exercise classes in addition to our one-on-one physiotherapy appointments to complement and enhance pelvic floor treatment.
Our physio-led exercise classes include pilates, general exercise, and post-natal classes. Being physio-led, each participant receives modifications or advancements to ensure they are exercising to their level.
Our physios teach proper form for specific pelvic floor exercises, such as bridge pose, pelvic tilts, bird dog, and squats, establishing a strong foundation for treatment and boosting strength and mobility in the pelvic floor muscles.