Patient Perspective: Does Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy Really Work

DOES PELVIC FLOOR PHYSICAL THERAPY REALLY WORK?

Pelvic floor issues affect people of all gender identities across a broad spectrum of possible conditions and causes. Determining the cause of your pelvic floor dysfunction, however, is sometimes known and other times a mystery. Therefore, how can you know if pelvic floor physical therapy will really work for you then.

If you have a quality provider, it certainly can, and should be successful! A basic understanding of your pelvic floor muscles is a perfect place to start to answer this question. This will allow you to identify your areas of concern and feel more comfortable with the idea of pelvic floor physical therapy.

EDUCATING YOURSELF IS JUST THE BEGINNING

Getting started on your path to pelvic floor progress can be challenging at the start, it is overwhelming to advocate for yourself and then to choose the right provider as well. 😱

HOW DO YOU KNOW?!

Working with a quality provider, you should have professional experiences from the “getting started” guide and personal experiences like those of the following patient reviews.

These patients have worked with Dr. Laura Meihofer for treatment and have been kind enough to answer a few questions providing insight into their individual pelvic floor physical therapy experiences.

A female patient who sought pelvic floor physical therapy and treatment from Dr. Laura for pain and urinary incontinence following a hysterectomy.

How is your life different now, compared to before you began treatment? 

I am able to control the pain as it arises and have the tools to do so.

How has pelvic floor physical therapy added value to your life? 

It has allowed me to realize that I don’t just have to live with the pain every day and there is relief. I’m more energetic, have less chronic pain, and slowly have strengthened my body.

What are your favorite, and least favorite, parts of treatment?

Least: The awkwardness of internal therapy at first, but understanding the results is productive.

Favorite: The positive support Laura gives at each session, and always encouraging progression both mentally and physically.

Patient 2

A male, retired navy commander, who sought pelvic floor physical therapy for prostate pain and concerns.

How is your life different now, compared to before you began treatment? 

The primary difference is being virtually pain-free. Having dealt with prostate pain for 15 years I can honestly say it is a gamechanger. I can now sit for extended periods and my sleep is not interrupted.

How has pelvic floor physical therapy added value to your life?

I know from my research that a high percentage of men suffer from this type of pain. If I can help them to become pain-free, it’s a win-win. The treatment consists of five pelvic stretching exercises. They take a total of 8 minutes to accomplish. As long as I do them at least 4 days/week I am not bothered by prostate pain. The exercises are not invasive or painful. Consistency is the key.

What would you tell someone who’s considering Laura Meihofer LLC?

Laura’s whole-person approach, and extensive knowledge of the pelvic region, make her an obvious choice for men experiencing this type of chronic pain.