The Importance of the Pelvic Floor
The pelvic floor plays a crucial role in everyday movements and bodily functions.
Without realizing it, you use it constantly throughout the day, and even as you sleep. It supports your spine, enabling you to have good posture. It holds vital organs in place, such as the intestines, bladder, and reproductive organs. This also means it ties directly to the most intimate parts of our lives, like using the bathroom and the quality of our sex lives.
Besides these vital functions, it’s also responsible for enabling us to move comfortably. Whenever you sit down, stand up, walk around, or do any exercise that requires an ounce of core strength, your pelvic floor is working to control that. A sneeze, a cough, and even a good laugh are all thanks to the pelvic floor.
We rely on it virtually nonstop.
What happens when your pelvic floor is weakened or dysfunctional?
Challenges with pelvic floor health can subtly yet profoundly impact various aspects of life, both public and private.
These difficulties can lead to discomfort and change how well one can control bladder and bowel movements. Everyday tasks, such as completing chores or attending work, may become more challenging due to physical discomfort. In more personal aspects of life, there can be concerns about incontinence, adding an element of unpredictability to routine activities like using the restroom.
These physical challenges, coupled with their emotional impact, can sometimes lead to feelings of uncertainty about one’s body. Recognizing and addressing these concerns is important, as they play a crucial role in overall well-being.
Our Approach To Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy
At GO PT, we understand how challenging and frustrating pelvic floor disorders can be. That’s why we always approach care with discretion and empathy.
We have pelvic floor specialists on our team of providers so we can give our patients the best and most up-to-date therapy available. In our clinics, pelvic floor physical therapy isn’t just about treating symptoms. It’s about regaining trust in your body and being engaged with your life without persistent discomfort or worry.
Your physical therapist will customize a treatment plan unique to your body, medical history, and desired goals.
Pelvic Floor PT and Pregnancy
Pelvic floor physical therapy before, during, and after pregnancy can be incredibly beneficial. It helps strengthen and relax the pelvic floor muscles, reducing discomfort and supporting your body as it changes. This therapy can alleviate common pregnancy issues like back pain, pelvic pain, and urinary incontinence while preparing your body for labor and delivery. Additionally, it promotes faster postpartum recovery, helping you regain strength and function after childbirth.
Check out our pregnancy packet to get tips to best prepare your body today!
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