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Pelvic Floor Therapy
What is Pelvic Floor Therapy?
Many individuals remain unaware of the concept of Pelvic Physical Floor Therapy. Therefore, I wish to take a moment to enlighten the public about this lesser-known yet highly effective therapy, particularly for those grappling with pelvic floor pain.
Let's commence by demystifying the pelvic floor itself. The pelvic floor is a vital region within the body. It plays a crucial role in stabilizing and supporting organs, enhancing sexual satisfaction, facilitating elimination functions, and ensuring bladder and bowel continence. Surprisingly, these muscles are of paramount importance, yet most of us navigate through our daily lives without the slightest awareness of their presence "down there." Frankly, before I became a physical therapist, I was in the same boat! Now that I've gained this knowledge, I find myself pondering why this essential muscle group and its functions aren't common knowledge. They truly are remarkable until they cease to function optimally.
Benefits of pelvic floor therapy
Improved bladder control
Reduced urinary incontinence
Enhanced sexual function
Relief from pelvic pain
Strengthened pelvic floor muscles
Better postpartum recovery
Improved quality of life for individuals with pelvic floor disorders
Enhanced core stability
Decreased pelvic organ prolapse symptoms
Alleviation of chronic lower back pain related to pelvic floor dysfunction
Conditions Treated
Pelvic floor therapy is used to treat a range of conditions related to the pelvic floor muscles and associated structures. Here are some common conditions treated in pelvic floor therapy:
Urinary incontinence (stress, urge, or mixed)
Pelvic organ prolapse
Pelvic pain disorders (such as pelvic floor dysfunction)
Dyspareunia (painful intercourse)
Chronic pelvic pain syndrome
Interstitial cystitis or painful bladder syndrome
Bowel incontinence or fecal incontinence
Postpartum pelvic floor issues
Pelvic floor muscle weakness or hypertonicity
Coccydynia (tailbone pain)
Pre and post-surgical pelvic floor rehabilitation (e.g., after prostate surgery or gynecological procedures)
Sexual dysfunction related to pelvic floor issues
Rectocele or cystocele (prolapse of the rectum or bladder into the vaginal wall)
Endometriosis-related pain and dysfunction
Chronic constipation or difficulty with bowel movements
Overactive bladder
“You’re not alone 20% of women will experience Musculoskeletal related pelvic pain”
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Meet the Therapist
Dr. Harleen Bawa has been a licensed Physical Therapist in New York since 2007 and is certified from Herman and Wallace institute for pelvic rehab.
Dr. Bawa completed her education at MS Ramaiah Medical College in India, where she obtained a degree in Physical Therapy. To further her expertise, she pursued a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of New England. Her dedication to professional growth is evident in her extensive post-graduate certifications, which include specialized training in the Mulligan Technique, Myofascial Release, Kinesio Taping, and Trigger-point therapy, Schroth Therapy, SEAS therapy, Pelvic Therapy.