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Did you know that men can also experience pelvic floor dysfunction? In men, these issues can show up as changes in bowel, bladder, or sexual function, as well as pain. The good news is that many of these problems are due to underlying muscle dysfunction, which can be successfully treated with pelvic floor physical therapy. These issues can stem from a variety of causes, such as injury, post-surgery, or simply aging.
If you or someone you know is silently suffering from symptoms such as incontinence, constipation, erectile dysfunction, or chronic pain, a pelvic floor therapist could offer effective relief. Pelvic floor therapy helps men strengthen and control their pelvic muscles, improve blood flow, and reduce pain, leading to better bladder and bowel control and even improvements in erectile function. |
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Signs of pelvic floor problems in men include:
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According to the APTA section on men's health:Studies show that men who receive PFPT have a 70-80% success rate in treating their symptoms within four to seven sessions
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The 5 major functions of the pelvic floor muscles include:
1. Responsible for the movement of the pelvis, legs and trunk.
2. Keeps us continent with bowels and bladder.
3. Helps with sexual function.
4. Keeps our organs in place (important from a prolapse perspective).
5. Helps with circulation from the legs to the trunk.
What to expect at a pelvic floor physical therapy appointment?
A pelvic floor physical therapy appointment is much like a standard physical therapy session. The initial evaluation consists of two parts: a Q & A to discuss your symptoms and experiences, and a physical exam. The physical therapist is looking to identify what triggers or alleviates your symptoms, with the goal of developing a treatment plan tailored to your specific needs.
1. Responsible for the movement of the pelvis, legs and trunk.
2. Keeps us continent with bowels and bladder.
3. Helps with sexual function.
4. Keeps our organs in place (important from a prolapse perspective).
5. Helps with circulation from the legs to the trunk.
What to expect at a pelvic floor physical therapy appointment?
A pelvic floor physical therapy appointment is much like a standard physical therapy session. The initial evaluation consists of two parts: a Q & A to discuss your symptoms and experiences, and a physical exam. The physical therapist is looking to identify what triggers or alleviates your symptoms, with the goal of developing a treatment plan tailored to your specific needs.
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