Chronic Prostatitis

Chronic prostatitis which is also known as chronic pelvic pain syndrome is a condition characterized by pain and discomfort in the prostate gland which persists for at least 3 months and is due to inflammation of the prostate gland.

Symptoms of Chronic Prostatitis

Pain which may be dull, aching or intense and sharp. It may be felt in the perineum, penis, testis or even in the lower back
Urinary issues like frequent urination, sudden and strong urge to urinate, pain during urination, and weak urine flow
Sexual dysfunction such as erectile dysfunction, difficulty ejaculating, and painful ejaculation,
Possible signs of infection, such as nausea, fever, and chills
Unexpected fatigue
Pain in patients suffering from chronic pelvic pain syndrome can range from mild to debilitating, it can be dull or sharp at the same time constant or intermittent.

Chronic Prostatitis is more common in people who relate to the following:

Men between the ages of 25 and 45
Previous episodes of prostatitis
History of recurrent urinary tract infections
Pelvic injury
Prostate gland anatomical abnormalities
Stress and emotional factors may exacerbate chronic prostatitis symptoms
Occupations which involve prolonged sitting such as truck drivers and office worker

Pelvic Physiotherapy for Chronic Prostatitis

Relaxation training like diaphragmatic breathing to promote relaxation of the pelvic floor muscles
Bowel and bladder retraining
Pelvic floor muscle training to improve tone, increase strength and reduce muscle tension.
Manual therapy techniques like trigger point therapy to release tension and tightness in the pelvic floor muscles.
Biofeedback helps individuals to learn how to control and relax the pelvic floor muscles effectively.
Education and lifestyle modifications