By Sally Smith
Physiotherapy for the treatment of Pelvic Floor Dysfunction.
If you are a sufferer of Vulvodynia aka Vulvar Vestibulitis or any form of pain in the pelvic or vulvar region then you may benefit greatly from specialized physiotherapy targeting the pelvic floor region.
The following is a pelvic floor exercise for you to do at home that if done properly and regularly will reduce pelvic, abdominal and vulvar pain.
Step 1.
Lift/Draw your Pelvic Floor Muscles )PFM) upwards and forwards, towards your pubic bone or belly button.
You may feel a tightening or squeezing sensation around your urethra, vagina and anus.
Step 2.
Make sure your bottom, legs and upper stomach muscles are relaxed.
Step 3.
Keep breathing normally while you are holding your PFMs steady.
Step 4.
Hold this upwards and forwards movement for 5 seconds.
Rest for 10 Seconds.
Step 5:
Repeat this 10 times in a row.
Step 6.
Do this 2 times a day (preferably when you wake up in the morning and before bed each night) in the following positions (one position per set):
-Lying down, legs straight.
-Lying down, knees bent.
-Side lying.
-Standing Up.
-Sitting up Straight.
-Walking.
Being in control of your pelvic floor muscles is crucial for everyday life. If you experience pain, knowing when and how to relax your PFM will relieve this discomfort.
Practice these exercises until they are second nature and your pain will fade away with time.
If practised regularly these exercise routines will make a noticeable difference to pain symptoms relating to pelvic disorders. It may take several weeks before benefits become aware, it is important not to give up and to regularly perform these exercises. Pelvic Disorders, such as Vulvodynia can be extremely painful so any form of relief is welcome. If these exercises don not work then you may be suitable for biofeedback treatment. Biofeedback treatment is administered by a specialized technician, usually a physiotherapist. If pain persists consult your doctor. For further information consult a physiotherapist specializing in pelvic floor rehabilitation.
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