March 8th marks International Women’s Day and Triangle Physiotherapy is proud to be able to empower women to advocate for themselves and their health needs.
Our goal is to encourage women to focus on their health, both, physical and mental. Build your healthcare team and schedule regular visits, in addition to exercising regularly and eating healthy.
Women’s Health and the Pelvic Floor
Women’s health is intricately connected to the well-being of the pelvic floor, a group of muscles, ligaments, and tissues supporting the uterus, bladder, and rectum. Maintaining a healthy pelvic floor is crucial for various functions, including urinary and bowel control, sexual function, and providing support during pregnancy. Pregnancy, childbirth, hormonal changes, and aging can impact the pelvic floor, leading to issues like incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, and sexual dysfunction.
Maintaining a healthy lifestyle, proper posture, and seeking guidance from a pelvic health physiotherapist are essential for women’s pelvic floor health. Awareness and proactive care contribute to overall well-being, enabling women to lead active and fulfilling lives while addressing potential pelvic floor challenges.
What are the symptoms of Pelvic Floor Dysfunction?
Pelvic Floor Dysfunction (PFD) can manifest through various symptoms, which may vary in intensity and duration. Common signs of PFD include:
- Urinary Issues:
- Urinary incontinence: Involuntary leakage of urine.
- Frequent urination: The need to urinate more often than usual.
- Difficulty emptying the bladder: Struggling to fully release urine.
- Bowel Issues:
- Constipation: Difficulty passing stools or infrequent bowel movements.
- Straining during bowel movements: Experiencing difficulty while trying to have a bowel movement.
- Pelvic Pain:
- Pelvic pain or discomfort: Discomfort in the pelvic region, which may be persistent or intermittent.
- Pain during sexual intercourse: Discomfort or pain during sexual activity.
- Muscle Tension:
- Tight or spasming pelvic muscles: Increased muscle tension in the pelvic floor.
- Pelvic Organ Prolapse:
- The feeling of pressure or fullness in the pelvic area: Sensation of something bulging or descending into the vagina.
- Lower Back Pain:
- Chronic lower back pain: Discomfort or pain in the lower back region.
- Changes in Posture:
- Altered posture: Changes in the alignment of the spine and pelvis.
How a Pelvic Health Physiotherapist can help and what to expect?
A Pelvic Health Physiotherapist specializes in assessing and treating conditions related to the pelvic floor and surrounding areas. Here’s how they can help and what to expect during a session:
- Assessment:
- A thorough assessment of your medical history, pelvic health, and relevant symptoms.
- Physical examination, which may include internal and external assessments to evaluate the strength, flexibility, and coordination of the pelvic floor muscles.
- Education:
- Detailed explanation of pelvic anatomy and the role of pelvic floor muscles in various functions.
- Guidance on lifestyle factors, posture, and habits that may contribute to pelvic health issues.
- Pelvic Floor Exercises:
- Prescribing personalized pelvic floor exercises, to strengthen or relax specific muscles based on the assessment findings.
- Teaching proper technique and ensuring exercises are performed correctly.
- Manual Therapy:
- Hands-on techniques to release tension in the pelvic floor muscles or surrounding tissues.
- Myofascial release and trigger point therapy to address muscle knots or tightness.
- Biofeedback:
- Using biofeedback tools to provide real-time information about pelvic floor muscle activity.
- Assisting individuals in learning how to control and coordinate their pelvic floor muscles.
- Behavioral Strategies:
- Implementing behavioral strategies for managing and improving bladder and bowel function.
- Developing strategies for optimizing pelvic health during daily activities.
Where can I find a pelvic health physiotherapist in Mississauga?
We have 8 locations with pelvic health physiotherapists to help you.
- Pelvic Health Physiotherapy Etobicoke – Triangle Physiotherapy Etobicoke
- Oakville Pelvic Health – Triangle Physiotherapy Oakville
- Pelvic Health Physiotherapy North York – Triangle Physiotherapy North York
- Mississauga Pelvic Health – Triangle Physiotherapy Mississauga
- Downtown Pelvic Health – Triangle Physiotherapy King West
- Uptown Toronto Pelvic Health – Triangle Physiotherapy Lawrence Park
- Pelvic Physiotherapy Downtown Toronto – Triangle Physiotherapy Queens Quay
- Mississauga Pelvic Health – Triangle Physiotherapy Erin Mills
