Pelvic Pain: tailbone pain, pain with sitting, pain with sex, pain with peeing or pooping
Pelvic Pain
If you have struggled with: pain and/or difficulty with sex, pain and/or difficulty during an OBGYN exam, pain in the tailbone, pain and/or difficulty sitting for longer periods of time, pain during peeing or pooping, pain in the groin, pain in the genitals at any time, or lower abdominal pain-you might be dealing with pelvic pain.
There are several diagnoses and causes for pelvic pain.
diagnoses or causes of pelvic pain
endometriosis
INTERSTITIAL CYSTITIS (PAINFUL BLADDER SYNDROME)
PERINEAL TEARING OR USE OF VACUUM/FORCEPS DURING BIRTH
HORMONE CHANGES (DECREASED ESTROGEN/vaginal Dryness)
VULVODYNIA (CAN BE CORRELATED WITH VAGINISMUS)
CONSTIPATION
VESTIBULITIS
TAILBONE Injuries-past or present
PELVIC FLOOR TIGHTNESS
Past history of trauma
Low back injuries
Abdominal surgeries
Pelvic pain can be a complicated and frustrating condition, but with the right diagnosis and treatment plan, relief is possible. If you’re experiencing pelvic pain, don’t hesitate to reach out to your healthcare provider for an evaluation. Addressing the root cause early can prevent more serious issues down the road and improve your quality of life.
Pelvic floor physical therapy can help. We can help you relax the involved muscles and determine the underlying causes for the buildup or pain and tension in the area so you can feel more comfortable