Are You Noticing Pain with Intercourse? If So, Physical Therapy Can Help
If you are a woman suffering from occasional or chronic pelvic pain, especially pelvic pain with intercourse, physical therapy can help.
At ClearCut Rehab, we believe that the topic of painful intercourse should be an open and honest conversation, not one filled with embarrassment. Many women don’t know that pain with intercourse isn’t normal. Our Ft Worth, Tx Physical Therapists are here to start the conversation of how to relieve your pelvic pain so you can return to a healthy sex life, rather than one full of discomfort.
Pain with intercourse is commonly referred to as “dyspareunia.” According to Healthline, dyspareunia can be defined as:
“Dyspareunia is the term for recurring pain in the genital area or within the pelvis during sexual intercourse. The pain can be sharp or intense. It can occur before, during, or after sexual intercourse.”
Pelvic pain can occur for a vast number of reasons, and a certain pelvic therapy known as “pelvic floor rehabilitation” can help reduce or eliminate the pain and symptoms you are experiencing. Contact us today for more information.
How can physical therapy help relieve pain with intercourse?
A common treatment for pelvic pain is known as pelvic floor rehabilitation.
This specific branch of physical therapy works on evaluating the pelvic floor for overactivity, or tightness, as well as the strength of the musculature. When the pelvic floor becomes overactive or weak, or possibly a combination of both, your daily life can be greatly affected. Your pelvic floor is at the center of supporting your core and is an integral part of everyday movement. Because of this, a number of dysfunctions of the pelvic floor can lead to pain with intercourse.
It is important to note that there are also a wide variety of conditions that could lead to pain with intercourse, and our Fort Worth, TX physical therapists can help diagnose the root of the problem before providing treatment.
One of our dedicated physical therapists will evaluate your medical history and provide a musculoskeletal examination to determine what specific type of treatment you’ll need. Some common techniques used during pelvic floor rehabilitation include:
Postural exercises
These exercises are aimed at improving posture and strengthening the pelvic floor muscles that affect posture. These exercises are typically done with large therapy or medicine balls.
Myofascial exercises
These exercises will target the pelvic floor muscles and connecting fascia. This treatment may include light exercise, in addition to stretches and massage, in order to target painful trigger points and provide relief.
Diaphragmatic breathing
Deep breathing exercises allow your diaphragm to expand and contract, which helps in relaxing muscles in the pelvic area. When the muscles are relaxed, they will drop and lengthen, providing pain relief and allowing for regained function.
Relaxation techniques
Relaxation is a large part of physical therapy. It allows your muscles to ease tension, making it easier for them to be stretched and massaged. Your physical therapist may suggest some certain techniques, such as guided imagery or biofeedback, in order to help you relax.
How can I get started?
If you are experiencing pain with intercourse, you are not alone. At ClearCut Rehab, we are here to help make your daily life as comfortable as possible.
Your Next Steps…
Request An Appointment
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