Pelvic Health Rehabilitation
Specialized Physical Therapy for all Genders
When it comes to making choices about your health and wellness, the medical professionals at Southcoast encourage you to be proactive. We recognize the unique health needs of all genders and are committed to providing highly skilled, personalized services.
Our physical therapists offer expert care and collaboration with other members of your healthcare team. All of our therapists have specialized training in pelvic health rehabilitation.
What to Expect from Pelvic Rehab
Your first appointment will consist of a comprehensive physical therapy evaluation to develop a plan of care that addresses your individual needs. The physical therapist will obtain a thorough history of your concerns and symptoms, as well as your consent for treatment. This evaluation may include an internal vaginal or rectal pelvic floor muscle assessment. Additional assessments may include mobility and palpation of the musculature around the abdominal wall, hips and spine. Your treatment plan will be discussed based on the findings of the initial evaluation.
Physical therapy treatment may address findings of weakness, pain, or decreased coordination of these muscle groups.
Pelvic Health Rehabilitation Services at Southcoast Health
Pelvic floor physical therapy is for anyone experiencing discomfort, dysfunction or changes in pelvic health. These symptoms may be related to:
- Pelvic pain symptoms
- Bowel or bladder dysfunction
- Sexual health
- Menopause
- Pre/post-surgery
- Prenatal or postpartum
- Oncology
Learn more about who can benefit from Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation
Pelvic Rehab Education
The pelvic floor consists of several layers of muscle and fascia that connect to the bony structures of the pelvis (hips, pubic bone, tailbone).
A normal contraction of the pelvic floor can be felt in both the surface and deep muscles. The muscle can function to contract (squeeze to hold back urine), relax (let go) and bear down (push to have a bowel movement).
The pelvic floor muscles function to support healthy bladder, bowel and sexual function. They provide structural support to the pelvic organs and stabilize the trunk and pelvis. A strong pelvic floor can help manage back, hip and pelvic pain.
Don’t let pelvic health dysfunction affect your daily life. Talk to your medical provider about a referral to Southcoast Pelvic Health Rehab Services.
Southcoast Health provides individualized pelvic floor physical therapy for all genders in Dartmouth and Fall River, MA.
For new patients, please call us at 508-973-9450.
Locations:
300 B Faunce Corner Rd North Dartmouth, MA 02747
300C Faunce Corner Rd North Dartmouth, MA 02747
263 Stanley Street Fall River, MA 02720
