Pelvikafysioterapiaa

Pelvikafysioterapiaa, or pelvic floor physiotherapy, is a specialized area of physiotherapy focused on the assessment and treatment of conditions affecting the pelvic floor muscles and related structures. The pelvic floor is a group of muscles that support the pelvic organs, including the bladder, uterus, and rectum. It plays a crucial role in bladder and bowel control, sexual function, and core stability.

This type of therapy is beneficial for a wide range of individuals, including women and men of all ages. Common conditions treated include urinary incontinence (stress, urge, and mixed), fecal incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, pelvic pain (such as pain during intercourse or chronic pelvic pain), and pre- and post-natal concerns. It can also assist individuals recovering from prostate surgery or other pelvic surgeries.

A pelvic physiotherapist uses various assessment techniques, which may include a detailed patient history, observation of posture and movement, and internal or external palpation of the pelvic floor muscles. Treatment approaches are tailored to the individual's needs and can involve education on anatomy and function, therapeutic exercises to strengthen or relax the pelvic floor muscles, biofeedback, manual therapy, and advice on lifestyle modifications. The goal is to restore optimal function, reduce pain, and improve the quality of life for patients experiencing pelvic floor dysfunction.