What is Male Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy?
Pelvic floor physical therapists are uniquely trained to treat male pelvic anatomy with conditions that relate to men's urologic, sexual, and colorectal health.
While pelvic floor physical therapy is commonly prescribed for those with female anatomy, men have many pelvic issues that can be successfully treated. At Pelvic Physical Therapy of the Palm Beaches, I am highly trained in treating pelvic conditions of male anatomy. Above all, I understand this is a sensitive area and topic. I will work with you to make sure you are comfortable and informed about your condition and treatment.
What should I expect with male pelvic floor physical therapy?
Pelvic floor physical therapy is similar to other types of physical therapy. Firstly, I will begin by learning about you! You will discuss your past medical history, your current lifestyle and symptoms, and your goals. Secondly, I will watch your movement and test your strength and mobility. I may recommend an internal exam to test your pelvic floor muscles, but it is never mandatory. Thirdly, I will discuss my findings and collaborate with you on a plan of care. Treatment plans usually consist of exercises, education, and building helpful habits. In conclusion, I want you to leave physical therapy feeling comfortable, confident, and educated about your condition and plan forward.
Diagnoses Treated with Male Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy
- Urinary incontinence
- Stress incontinence
- Urge incontinence
- Mixed incontinence
- Overflow incontinence
- Post-void dribble
- Fecal incontinence
- General pelvic pain
- Pudendal Neuralgia
- Bladder Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Ejaculation Pain
- Painful sex
- Groin pain
- Penile pain
- Erectile dysfunction
- Testicular pain
- Post-surgical complications
- Pre/Post-prostatectomy
- Non-bacterial chronic prostatitis
- Pudendal neuralgia
- Painful tailbone/coccydynia
- Chronic constipation
- Pain with bowel movements
- And more
Treatment Options for Pelvic Floor Therapy for Men
Manual therapy (internal/external myofascial release, internal/external trigger point release, joint mobilization, massage)
- Pelvic floor muscle neuromuscular re-education, coordination and strength training
- Lumbopelvic stabilization exercises, core strengthening and flexibility training
- Patient education (dietary, activity modification, behavioral, postural)
- Relaxation techniques
- Biofeedback (internal and external)
- Modalities (electrical stimulation, heat therapy, cryotherapy, ultrasound, red light therapy/cold laser therapy, vibration therapy)
- Comprehensive home exercise program instruction