Inova has a specialized group of physical therapists who are trained and educated in the treatment of pelvic floor problems. Our pelvic health therapists use their knowledge to help people restore their pelvic, muscular and postural balance, enabling a reduction in bowel, bladder, sexual and pelvic issues.
Pelvic floor disorders affect people of all ages, genders, lifestyles, medical histories and sexual orientations. In many cases, people don’t know about the nonsurgical treatment options available to manage or resolve pelvic floor problems – and as a result, they deal with bothersome symptoms longer than they need to. Pelvic floor physical therapy can be a great, conservative option for people who want relief from their symptoms without a procedure.
Real-time ultrasound biofeedback enables the therapist to visualize how well the pelvic floor muscles are working, so the therapist can create a custom therapy program for the patient
Electromyography (EMG) biofeedback uses sensors over the pelvic muscles to help the patient retrain pelvic floor muscles’ coordination and function
Myofascial and other manual therapies can increase mobility or function in the pelvic floor’s muscles, skin and fascia
Bladder and pelvic muscle education teaches patients about the lifestyle factors or current habits that may be affecting their bowel, bladder, sexual and pelvic function
Progressive custom strengthening and stabilization helps relieve pain and helps patients return to their desired functional and recreational activities without symptoms
Dry needling utilizes small needles to improve muscle tone, activation, utilization and neuromuscular connectivity
Postural corrective training and pelvic balance improves overall strength with static and dynamic exercises to restore pelvic floor balance and muscle tone
Electrical stimulation uses gentle electrical current to improve how well the pelvic floor muscles work
Dilator or pelvic wand provides progressive programs to aid with internal muscle tension release for symptom management
A doctor's order is required to start pelvic floor physical therapy. You can start with your primary care physician, gynecologist or urogynecologist (women), or urologist (men). Are you looking for a pelvic floor specialist physician? See Inova's pelvic floor health medical team