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Cincinnati, OH

Hi everyone! My gynecologist prescribed pelvic physical therapy. Anyone have any advice, experience, tips…..anything about this? I’m hopeful and willing and would love all opinions!

November 6, 2021
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Members shared overwhelmingly positive experiences with pelvic floor physical therapy for endometriosis, with many describing it as one of the... Read more

Members shared overwhelmingly positive experiences with pelvic floor physical therapy for endometriosis, with many describing it as one of the few treatments that truly helped them manage pain and understand how their body works. Several members emphasized the importance of finding a PT you trust and feel comfortable with since the treatment is very personal and involves internal work, while also advising patience, going slowly with tools like dilators, and listening to your body throughout the process. A recurring theme was that PT helped members learn to relax chronically tense pelvic muscles after years of pain, leading to noticeable relief, though some experienced temporary discomfort as their body adjusted to the new techniques.

A MyEndometriosisTeam Member

Hello! I've been doing PT for pelvic floor for some time now, and some advice that has definitely helped me is to take things slowly and listen to your body, especially if you will be using dilators or something similar! I usually feel a bit better after each session and the whole process has helped me understand how everything in my body is functioning together/how things are connected.
I hope PT is helpful for you!! <3<3

November 9, 2021
A MyEndometriosisTeam Member

Hi there! I did pelvic floor PT last year for a coyole months. My experience was amazing with just a slight hiccup. After years of so much pain, I was constantly tense and holding all my muscles tight. She taught me how to relax all those muscles and it worked wonders for me. The only problem was it was something new for my body and a change, so I would have some pain after PT. I highly reccomend trying out PT though and I’m very hopeful for you!
One thing I didn’t realize before starting PT, was how personal it was going to get. With consent, she did some internal stretching and exercises which was a tad awkward at first, but she did a great job making sure I was comfortable and that I approved of everything she was doing. Good luck!

-Danielle

November 13, 2021
A MyEndometriosisTeam Member

I do! 🙋🏻‍♀️ one of the few things tha truly helped me cope. Id just say make sure you emotionally connect with and trust your PT because they will literally be up in your vag 😬

November 6, 2021
A MyEndometriosisTeam Member

I understand. Who performed excision?

Hormones don't stop disease progression. Many encourage regrowth.

This why I am asking who performed your excision and if he or she is a vetted endometriosis EXCISION specialist.

November 12, 2021
A MyEndometriosisTeam Member

Thank you so much for the feedback. I am hopeful!

November 8, 2021

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