Pelvic Pain
What is Pelvic Pain?
“Pelvic pain is a common problem among women. Its nature and intensity may fluctuate, and its cause is often unclear. In some cases, no disease is evident. Pelvic pain can be categorized as either acute, meaning the pain is sudden and severe, or chronic, meaning the pain either comes and goes or is constant, lasting for a period of months or longer. Pelvic pain that lasts longer than 6 months and shows no improvement with treatment is known as chronic pelvic pain. Pelvic pain may originate in the genital or other organs in and around the pelvis, or it may be psychological. This can make pain feel worse or cause a sensation of pain when no physical problem is present.” Source-Johns Hopkins Medicine.
Common Conditions Pelvic Physical Therapy Helps.
- Bed Wetting
- Constipation
- Dysmenorrhea- Menstrual Pain, cramps
- Dyspareunia- Pain just before, during or after sex.
- Dysuria- Pain with Urination
- Endometriosis/ Adenomyosis
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Pelvic Girdle Dysfunction
Managing Pelvic Pain with Pelvic Physical Therapy.
Pelvic physical therapy offers a range of benefits, including pain alleviation and improved bladder and bowel control. It helps reduce muscle tension in the pelvic area, improving comfort and mobility and enhancing overall pelvic health. Additionally, it benefits women preparing for or recovering from childbirth, restoring pelvic function and strength.
Pelvic physical therapy is a specialized treatment that can effectively alleviate pelvic pain and improve overall quality of life. Your physical therapist will work closely with you to identify the underlying cause of your pain and create a personalized treatment plan to address it. Various factors, including muscular imbalances, nerve issues, and scar tissue, can cause pelvic pain. Through a combination of exercises, manual therapy, and education, we can work together to improve your pelvic health and reduce any discomfort or pain you may be experiencing. Our ultimate goal is to equip you with the tools and knowledge to manage your symptoms and achieve long-term relief. We are here to support you every step of the way and are confident that we can make significant progress together. So, let’s get started!
Learn more
- Endometriosis
- Incontinence
- Pelvic Organ Prolapse
- Pelvic Pain
- Pregnancy and Postpartum
Cray Physical Therapy Center for Pelvic Health is located at 1681 Washington St., in the same building as Cray Physical Therapy, directly across the hall.
Address: 1681 Washington St., Suite 1, Braintree, MA 02184
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Phone: 339-987-4856
What happens during pelvic pain physical therapy sessions?
When undergoing pelvic physical therapy to alleviate pelvic pain, patients will receive a thorough and customized evaluation of their medical history and symptoms. This assessment may include a review of their posture, muscle strength, and range of motion, in addition to an internal pelvic exam to assess the pelvic floor muscles. Based on this detailed evaluation, the therapist will create a personalized treatment plan that may include a variety of interventions, such as exercises to improve muscle strength and relaxation, biofeedback to help patients learn to control their pelvic floor muscles, and manual therapy to release tight muscles or trigger points. Ultimately, pelvic physical therapy aims to alleviate pain, improve function, and restore the patient’s quality of life.
Chronic Pelvic Pain.
Chronic pelvic pain can have many potential causes, such as vulvodynia, vaginismus, dyspareunia, and endometriosis. Consequently, these conditions can cause muscle tension, inflammation, and other issues, leading to chronic pain and discomfort in the pelvic region.
Therefore, pelvic physical therapy can be an effective treatment option for patients with chronic pelvic pain due to these and other conditions. By addressing the underlying causes of pain and dysfunction, pelvic physical therapy can help to reduce pain and improve overall pelvic floor function.
It is vital for patients experiencing chronic pelvic pain to seek medical attention and work with a healthcare provider to identify the underlying causes of their symptoms. Once the underlying causes are identified, a pelvic physical therapist can develop a customized treatment plan to help alleviate pain and improve pelvic function.
When a patient experiences chronic pelvic pain, it can significantly impact their quality of life. Consequently, it can affect their ability to work, exercise, and engage in activities they enjoy. Therefore, pelvic physical therapy can be a valuable tool in helping to alleviate pelvic pain and improve the overall quality of life.
What are our patients saying?
“Alicia is seeing my granddaughter for a sensitivity issue. She’s been treating her kindly and has been so lovely to us.
Today was her last day. We will miss Alicia. She helped so much! Everyone in the office has been lovely.”
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