What Is A Pelvic Health Physiotherapist?

A pelvic health physiotherapist is a registered physiotherapist with post graduate training in the assessment and treatment of pelvic health conditions affecting bladder and bowel function, continence, pelvic organ support, sexual function, and pelvic pain. With your pelvic health physiotherapist, you will discuss your story and symptoms, medical history, physical activity, emotional well-being as well as your goals and expectations for treatment. A detailed physical exam will follow which may include an internal pelvic exam. Pelvic floor exams are not mandatory however can give valuable information about various aspects of the pelvic floor including muscle tension, symmetry, strength, endurance, coordination, reflexes, tissue quality and integrity of organ support. A treatment plan will then be created with you, which may include addressing pelvic floor muscle function, lifestyle and behavioural factors, as well as general movement and fitness. Pelvic Health Physiotherapy is considered a conservative, first-line treatment for many pelvic health conditions and is supported by high quality scientific evidence.