The muscles of the pelvic floor form the true core of our being. These hidden muscles are often the cause of pain, instability, and dysfunction. Women who experience pelvic floor dysfunction often embark on long and arduous journeys in order to find their path to healing.
Pelvic floor dysfunction refers to a wide range of clinical conditions that include urinary incontinence, bowel incontinence, bladder dysfunction, defecatory dysfunction, pelvic organ prolapses, chronic pain syndrome, and sexual dysfunction.
Specialised physical therapy has proven to play an integral role in the healing of the pelvic floor and surrounding structures.
Treatment
We help people understand the cause of their problem, how best to manage their own condition and how to prevent it recurring using the following treatments:
- Soft tissue massage, myofascial release and trigger point release techniques are performed internally and/or externally to release muscle tension and restore muscle flexibility.
- Biofeedback can be used to enhance awareness and muscle control in order to build strength or release tension in the pelvic floor muscles.
- Safe rehabilitation following pelvic floor surgery or hysterectomy.
- Visceral manipulation involves the release of fascia surrounding the pelvic organs (bladder, uterus, intestines) to allow the organs to properly expand, contract and function in a pain-free rhythm.
- Individualised and safe ‘return to exercise’ programmes with Clinical Pilates and Hypopressive Technic.
