How May Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy Help?
How May Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy Help?
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The pelvic floor is a group of muscles and tissues located at the base of the pelvis. These muscles support key functions like bladder and bowel control, sexual health, and core stability. When the pelvic floor is either too tight or too weak, it may lead to a range of discomforts that affect everyday life. Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy may help support recovery and improved function through focused movement, awareness, and education.
Pelvic floor physiotherapy typically begins with a private and respectful conversation about symptoms, routines, and goals. Whether it’s related to pregnancy, childbirth, surgery, or gradual changes over time, understanding how the muscles are working (or not working) is a key part of the process.
An assessment may involve checking posture, breathing patterns, and how the pelvic floor engages during movements like coughing, lifting, or walking. For some, care may involve calming techniques to reduce tightness or tension in the pelvic area. For others, the focus may be on building strength and coordination to better support everyday activities.
Gentle exercises, breath work, and movement-based strategies are commonly used. These may be paired with education about the role the pelvic floor plays in core support and overall movement. Learning how to activate or release these muscles—especially during daily tasks—may support lasting change.
Sometimes pelvic discomfort is linked to other parts of the body. The hips, lower back, and abdominal muscles all work together with the pelvic floor. A whole-body approach helps create balance and can relieve unnecessary stress on any one area.
Pelvic floor issues may feel isolating or hard to talk about, but they are common and treatable. Physiotherapy offers a setting where care is centered around comfort, understanding, and gradual progress.
At Vertex Physiotherapy, we focus on guiding each person through their unique situation, helping support comfort and function in everyday life.
Looking to support your pelvic health through movement and care?
Book an appointment with Vertex Physiotherapy and take the first step toward greater ease and control.