What Is Pelvic Floor / Pelvic Health Physical Therapy?

The pelvic floor is a group of muscles that support our bladder, bowel, intestines, and reproductive organs, and allow us to perform related functions. A pelvic health physical therapist identifies and treats muscular, joint, and nerve dysfunction throughout the body. The pelvic floor, though not often discussed, is a vital part of our bodies and should not be ignored especially in conditions such as pelvic pain, pregnancy, prolapse, sexual dysfunction, constipation, urinary dysfunction, and fecal or urinary incontinence.
 
Pelvic health physical therapy is provided by a physical therapist with additional training in the function of organs and their relationship to the musculoskeletal system as well as internal and external pelvic floor assessment and treatment. In order to treat the pelvic floor, you must know how to evaluate the muscles and associated structures. This is the specialized skill set our physical therapists will bring to you.