Persistent Pain and Post Surgical Recovery
Persistent Pain
Are you a female with:
- Low back pain
Pain during vaginal penetration
Pain around the vulva, bladder, tailbone, and/or abdominal areas
Pain around previous surgical incision sites
Pain related to endometriosis, adenomyosis, PCOS, IBS, Crohn’s and/or IC/PBS
Pain in the vulvar or rectal areas following cancer treatments
Are you a male with:
Persistent “prostate” pain that may be muscular in origin
Testicular, penile, and/or anal/rectal pain
Chronic constipation or pain/difficulty with bowel movement
Post-cancer treatment rehabilitation
GI disorders such as IBS or Crohn’s Disease
Bladder pain syndromes such as Interstitial Cystitis
Whether you’re considering, preparing for, or recovering from surgery, physical therapy can help improve your outcomes.
Common surgical interventions we treat:
Hysterectomy
Bladder Lift
Prostatectomy
Mastectomy, Breast Reconstruction or Top Surgery
Laparoscopy (endometriosis, myomectomy, oophorectomy/salpingectomy)
Hernia repair (umbilical, inguinal, abdominal)
Prolapse repair (anterior/posterior vaginal reconstruction, rectal wall repair)
Cesarean Birth
Anal Fissure repair
- Post Liposuction
Symptoms:
Scar tissue sensitivity, pain or adhesions
Loss of strength, endurance and coordination
Limited range of motion
Pelvic pressure, congestion, or swelling
Constipation (a common side effect of pain medications and immobility)
Numbness/tingling in the extremities
Pain or difficulty returning to regular exercise
Pain or difficulty with everyday activities (getting dressed, driving, etc.)
