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Pelvic Floor Therapy: Why It’s So Important

Your pelvic floor is made up of layers of muscles and connective tissues, which stretch like a hammock across the base of the pelvic. Their main function is to control your bladder and bowel movements and aid in sexual function. They’re also there to support the weight of your growing baby during pregnancy. 

Pregnancy and childbirth places a great deal of strain on pelvic floor muscles. Since they support the bladder, bowel, and uterus, this can lead to issues with incontinence, pelvic pain and prolapse. Pelvic floor therapy is vital for helping this part of your body stay strong and flexible. 

Benefits of Therapy During Pregnancy

Our pelvic floor therapy during pregnancy can help prepare you for childbirth and reduce common pregnancy-related issues. Key benefits include:

  • Improved Bladder Control. PelviCare can help you reduce the risk of stress incontinence, which causes urine accidentally leaking when coughing, sneezing, or laughing.
  • Support Your Growing Baby. A strong pelvic floor will help you carry the increasing weight of the uterus, reducing pressure on surrounding organs.
  • Reduce the Risk of Pelvic Pain. We can introduce you to gentle exercises which improve muscle coordination, minimising discomfort in your pelvis, lower back and hips.
  • Enjoy an Easier Labour and Delivery. Well-conditioned pelvic muscles are better at relaxing and contracting during labour. This can potentially make giving birth easier and reduce the risk of perineal tearing.

Postnatal Recovery and Healing

Following childbirth, you might experience weakened or overstretched pelvic floor muscles. Professional pelvic floor therapy can aid your postpartum recovery by:

  • Restoring Muscle Strength. We will recommend exercises to help you regain strength and prevent long-term issues like prolapse.
  • Improving Bladder and Bowel Function. Therapy can address urinary or faecal incontinence, both common postnatal concerns.
  • Alleviating Pain and Discomfort. If pelvic pain persists after birth, our therapy can promote proper healing and muscle coordination.
  • Enhancing your Sex Life. Pelvic floor therapy can be helpful for reducing discomfort during intercourse.

Seeking Professional Guidance

While simple pelvic floor exercises, such as Kegels, can be done at home, our physiotherapist specialise in pelvic health and can deliver a tailored approach. They will assess your muscle strength, provide personalised exercises, and address any specific concerns. THis approach can make your recovery more effective.

Whether you’re preparing for childbirth or recovering,  PelviCare looks to improve your overall health.

Find out more about our pelvic floor therapy. Or contact our team in London today.