FORS VALU : Men’s Health Awareness Month | ATI Physical Therapy

National Men's Health Month Kicking Off National Men's Health Week in June

June is Men's Health Month, a time dedicated to encouraging men to examine and prioritize their health. Men can face a variety of healthcare needs throughout their life, and physical therapy may be an effective option for treatment.

What Conditions Do Our Therapists Treat?

Our physical therapists offer comprehensive treatment programs for men that are focused on patients who suffer from incontinence or varied types of pelvic pain. Through their specialized education and training in pelvic floor dysfunction, our expert teams are able to assess your condition and provide guidance on recommended treatment options.

What is the Pelvic Floor?

For men, the pelvic floor muscles make up a dome-shaped structure in the pelvis. These muscles are responsible for the maintenance of continence, sexual function, and pelvic organ support.

When these muscular layers are not working efficiently, men may experience bladder and/or bowel leakage, pain in that area of the body and even constipation, just to name a few. The more that is known about the common causes of pelvic floor dysfunction and what can be done to help prevent it, the better the chances of limiting or even avoiding future symptoms from occurring.

Symptoms of Pelvic Floor Disorder

Some pelvic floor disorder symptoms include:

• Low Back Pain

• Groin and/or Hip Pain

• Abdominal Aches and Pains

• Sexual Dysfunction

• Urinary Frequency/Difficulty Urinating

• Constipation/Diarrhea

• Pain with Bowel Movements

Common Causes of Pelvic Floor Dysfunction

Pelvic floor dysfunction has a number of different potential causal factors:

• Trauma

• Surgery

• Long Durations of Sitting

• Heavy Lifting

• Sudden Increase in Activity Level

• Previous Infections

• Scar Tissue

• Stress

Physical Therapy for Pelvic Floor Dysfunction

Sometimes pelvic floor dysfunction needs a more focused treatment plan, and that's where a physical therapist can help. Our expert therapists can help you decrease and manage symptoms. Some treatment options include:

• Therapeutic Exercise

• Core Strengthening

• Activity Modification

• Postural Education

• Stretching

• Relaxation Techniques

• Biofeedback - Internal and External

• Electrical Stimulation

• Home Exercise Program Instruction

What Can I Expect During Treatment?

Your initial evaluation with one of our licensed physical therapists will include a comprehensive musculoskeletal assessment, a review of your medical history, and treatment recommendations for a successful recovery.

Following your initial evaluation, based on the therapist's findings, a plan of care will be outlined.

Getting Started with Pelvic Therapy

To learn more about how pelvic floor physical therapy may help with your symptoms of pelvic floor dysfunction, visit our Men's Pelvic Health Page.

If you're ready to begin your journey toward a pain-free life, contact an ATI clinic nearest you for a free screening.

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