Zone Physical Therapy

Pelvic Floor Therapy in Greenville, SC

Do issues “down there” hold you back from living your best life? Whether unwanted leaks, sexual challenges, persistent pain, or lingering postpartum problems, pelvic health issues silently undermine confidence and quality of life for countless men and women. At Zone Physical Therapy , we get it. And we can help with revolutionary pelvic floor physical therapy.

Your pelvic floor is a bowl-shaped group of muscles spanning from your tailbone to pubic bone. This muscular sling supports your bladder, bowel, and reproductive organs while also playing a role in sexual function and core stability.

When injured, overworked, or fatigued, these critical muscles lose strength and coordination leading to embarrassing and painful problems like:

  • Incontinence
  • Bowel issues
  • Sexual dysfunction
  • Pelvic pain syndromes

But here’s the good news—specialized pelvic health physical therapy can rehabilitate your pelvic floor, reduce troubling symptoms, and restore comfort, control, and confidence.

Regain Control With Cutting-Edge Pelvic Rehab in Greenville

Rather than masking issues with medication or suggesting risky surgery, our expert pelvic health physical therapists take a rehabilitative approach. We thoroughly assess your pelvic floor weakness and then design a customized treatment plan including manual therapy techniques and targeted exercises tailored to your needs and goals. This innovative, research-backed pelvic rehab method coordinates and strengthens the pelvic floor while also addressing related issues like core weakness and postural imbalances. The comprehensive techniques address the root causes of dysfunction, not just symptoms. So you achieve long-lasting improvements and enhanced quality of life. Pelvic floor therapy empowers YOU—not your condition.

Whether seeking bladder control amid embarrassing leaks, resolving painful intercourse, recovering postpartum function, or reinforcing core stability to prevent injury—pelvic floor rehab builds a strong, responsive foundation “down there” optimal function. You CAN overcome these debilitating pelvic health concerns and reclaim an active lifestyle. Pelvic floor physical therapy facilitates just that—we’re here to help!

Who Benefits From Pelvic Floor Therapy in Greenville, SC

  • Active adults struggling with pelvic pain or embarrassing leaks hindering sports performance and enjoyment of exercise
  • New moms challenged by lingering postpartum issues like incontinence
  • Women experiencing painful intercourse, discomfort “down there” or conditions like vulvodynia, vaginismus
  • Men with pelvic pain syndromes like prostatitis, erectile dysfunction, bowel/bladder leaks
  • Those managing bowel disorders like IBS, hemorrhoids, constipation/diarrhea
  • Anyone seeking non-surgical treatment for pelvic organ prolapse
  • Those preparing the body for pregnancy and childbirth
  • People whose quality of life is reduced by pelvic floor dysfunction

Benefits Of Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy

1. Reduced Pain and Improved Symptom Management
Whether you have bladder or bowel incontinence, pelvic pain during intercourse, or other pelvic pain syndromes, pelvic floor therapy can address the underlying issues and significantly reduce symptoms, leading to improved quality of life and increased comfort.

2. Improved Bladder and Bowel Control
Pelvic floor dysfunction can contribute to incontinence issues. Strengthening and coordinating these muscles through targeted exercises can significantly improve bladder and bowel control, reducing leaks and accidents.

3. Enhanced Sexual Function and Intimacy
Pelvic floor issues can negatively impact sexual function. Therapy can address pain, improve blood flow, and optimize muscle coordination, potentially leading to enhanced sexual experiences and greater intimacy.

4. Easier Pregnancy and Postpartum Recovery
During pregnancy and postpartum, the pelvic floor undergoes significant changes. Pelvic floor therapy can help prepare for vaginal delivery, reduce pregnancy-related discomforts, and promote faster postpartum recovery, optimizing both the birthing experience and the early parenting period.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most effective treatment for pelvic floor issues?
Pelvic floor physical therapy is considered the most effective first-line treatment approach for many pelvic floor disorders including incontinence, pelvic pain conditions, and postpartum recovery struggles. Research confirms that specialized exercises and manual techniques facilitate muscular rehabilitation and significantly reduce troubling symptoms.

How do you know if your pelvic floor is weak?
Symptoms signaling possible pelvic floor weakness include:

  • Leaking urine when coughing, laughing, or exercising
  • Bowel leakage or constipation
  • Pelvic heaviness or bulge sensations
  • Painful intercourse
  • Ongoing postpartum issues
  • Hip/lower back pain

A pelvic floor physical therapist can thoroughly evaluate weakness and impairments through muscle testing, postural analysis, and movement assessments.

Is pelvic floor therapy only for females?
No. Pelvic floor disorders affect both women AND men. Men experience issues like pelvic pain, sexual dysfunction, post-prostatectomy incontinence, bowel disorders, and more. Pelvic floor physical therapy restores muscular coordination and strength in the pelvic region along with alignment and movement patterns—benefiting both sexes.

Meet Your Pelvic Health Team

Dr. Christina Schultz, DPT brings expertise in pelvic rehabilitation to optimize recovery for patients struggling with debilitating pelvic floor disorders. With advanced training in techniques like manual trigger point release, visceral manipulation, biofeedback, and dilator therapy plus designing customized exercise programs, Dr. Christina Schultz skillfully facilitates muscular rehabilitation to resolve dysfunction and reduce distressing symptoms. Dr. Christina Schultz understands the sensitive nature of pelvic health issues. Patients appreciate the professional supportive approach focused on listening and explaining—not judging. This facilitates an atmosphere of understanding, comfort, and trust integral to rehabilitation success.

Start Your Pelvic Floor Rehab Journey

If pelvic floor dysfunction diminishes your quality of life, consider pelvic floor physical therapy. There is no need to silently suffer frustrating leaks, pain, or discomfort when rehabilitation can promote healing “down there!” Call Zone Physical Therapy in Greenville, SC today to schedule a thorough pelvic assessment with Dr. Christina Schultz to start resolving your pelvic health challenges once and for all. Regain confidence, comfort, and control with pelvic floor therapy tailored to YOUR needs!

About The Author

Dr. Scott Kaylor, DPT specializing in Physical Therapy, Sports Injuries, and IASTM, puts patients at the forefront of their care. With years of experience, they guide individuals toward achieving their best selves. At Zone Physical Therapy in Greenville, SC, Dr. Scott Kaylor crafts individualized plans using cutting-edge techniques, empowering patients to overcome limitations and thrive.

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Marshall McCall

Scott and his team do an amazing job! I experience a lot of stress on my back and shoulders due to the work I do on a daily basis. The team at Zone is amazing at taking the time to work with you and giving you a plan to recover. You’ll never feel like you are just another number and getting processed through! Highly recommend to everyone!

Katherine Pischke

I absolutely love Dr. Scott and his team! I came to the practice last winter having seen multiple orthopedic surgeons about an issue with one of my wrists. It was getting to the point I was not going to be functional too much longer without surgery, but I wanted to try everything before going that route. Even during my first session I knew I had found the partner in Zone Physical Therapy who prioritized my recovery as much as I did!