Pelvic Pain
Pelvic pain is an issue affecting both women and men. Studies show that **14.8% of women over 25** experience chronic pelvic pain, with 46.2% reporting painful periods (**dysmenorrhoea**) and 11.6% experiencing painful intercourse (**dyspareunia**). While less common in men, chronic pelvic pain still affects between **2–16% of the male population**. These figures highlight the urgent need for effective treatment and support for those struggling with pelvic pain.
Common Causes of Pelvic Pain
- Pelvic Floor Dysfunction and weakness
- Chronic Lower back pain, Sciatica & nerve-related pain
- Endometriosis & Adenomyosis
- Organ Prolapse
- Interstitial Cystitis (Bladder Pain Syndrome)
- Pelvic Girdle Pain (PGP) & Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction (SPD)
- Vulvodynia & Painful Intercourse (Dyspareunia)
- Nerve-Related Pelvic Pain (e.g. pudendal neuralgia)
- Post-Surgical or Postpartum Pain (e.g. c-section, hysterectomy, episiotomy, etc)
Physiotherapy Treatment (dropdown menu)
- Personalised Assessment & Treatment Plan
- Pain Management & Desensitisation Strategies
- Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation
- Diastasis Recti & Core Rehabilitation
- Exercise & Movement Therapy
- Acupuncture
- Visceral mobilisation and scar tissue release
The Benefits of Physiotherapy for Pelvic Pain:
- Less pain, more mobility
- Stronger pelvic floor & core
- Improve mobility & flexibility
- Better bladder and bowel control
- Reduced stress & improved mental well-being
- Avoid Long-term problems
- Self-management help
References
Starzec-Proserpio m, Frawley h, bø k, morin m. effectiveness of nonpharmacological conservative therapies for chronic pelvic pain in women: a systematic review and meta-analysis. american journal of obstetrics & gynecology. 2025;232(1):42-71. doi:10.1016/j.ajog.2024.08.006