Physical therapy for the pelvic floor aims to relieve discomfort, weakness, and malfunction in the muscles of the pelvic region. These muscles support the bladder and bowel and control urine and stool function. Pelvic floor therapy can help men and women of all ages who have problems with urinary incontinence, fecal incontinence, pelvic pain, sexual dysfunction, and more.

Pelvic floor physical therapy is a specialized form of physical therapy that focuses on strengthening the muscles. For decades, doctors have used physical therapy to treat pelvic floor dysfunction effectively without surgery. Various techniques may be used during pelvic floor rehabilitation. The goal is to retrain the muscles and help the patient return to normal function. read more