Men's Pelvic Health
Whether you are preparing for a prostatectomy, dealing with testicular pain, or experiencing sexual dysfunction, our goal is to optimize the blood flow, strength, endurance, coordination, and mobility of the pelvic floor to give you the best results possible.
We combine evidence-based pelvic health physical therapy with a holistic, whole-body approach to create a plan that is tailored to your unique needs.
We are here to provide treatment with a functional approach, looking at the body as a whole unit.
We support men who are:
Experiencing erectile dysfunction (difficulty getting or maintaining an erection)
Living with painful erections or ejaculation
Reporting premature ejaculation or delayed orgasm
Exhibiting decreased sensation or arousal
Preparing for a prostatectomy
Recovering from a prostatectomy
Presenting with perineal/testicular pain
Experiencing post-void dribbling
What Treatment to Expect
Every session is one-on-one for a full hour, giving us time to listen to your story, assess your needs, and provide individualized care. Your plan may include:
Abdominal manual therapy: gentle, hands-on work to release fascial of tissue restriction in the abdomen and pelvis
Exercises tailored to your specific needs. This could include a combination of stretching, mobility, stability, and strength training
Dry needling: to release muscle tension and improve blood flow
Nervous system regulation methods/techniques
Cupping therapy: to mobilize fascia, improve circulation/lymphatic flow, reduce muscle tension
Emotional Benefits
Pelvic floor physical therapy can help men regain their confidence and quality of life by reducing the stress and embarrassment that is often related to bladder, bowel, or sexual symptoms.
Physical Benefits You May Notice
Improves bladder control
Supports bowel health
Enhances sexual function
Reduces pelvic pain
Restores core and pelvic stability
Our Three-Step Process
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Step One
Find the root cause of what is driving your symptoms
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Step Two
Eliminate your symptoms
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Step Three
Return to your hobbies and activities without symptoms
Common Questions We’re Asked About Men’s Pelvic Health
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No! Kegels are not for everyone. The pelvic floor can be too weak or too tight/overactive, and doing kegels in the wrong situation may actually make symptoms worse.
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This is called a post-void dribble. Although it is very common amongst the male population, it can be an underlying symptom of pelvic floor dysfunction.
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Research shows men who learn how to coordinate, strengthen, and use their pelvic floor muscles before surgery often recover bladder control and sexual function faster after surgery.
