Persistent Pain and Post Surgical Recovery

For those with a pelvis with female organs (AFAB)

Do you have pain:

  • With vaginal penetration

  • Around the vulva, bladder, tailbone, and/or abdominal areas

  • Around previous surgical incision sites

  • Related to endometriosis, adenomyosis, PCOS, IBS, Crohn’s and/or IC/PBS

  • In the vulvar or rectal areas following cancer treatments

For those with a pelvis in transition (gender affirmation and HRT)

Want to feel confident to:

  • Prepare for and recover after gender affirmation surgery

  • Improve sexual function

  • Achieve pain-free intercourse and outercourse

  • Manage HRT-related tissue changes

  • Address bladder or bowel concerns 

For those with a pelvis with male organs (AMAB)

Do you have:

  • 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 challenges

  • GI disorders such as IBS or Crohn’s Disease

  • Bladder pain syndromes such as Interstitial Cystitis

When I first came to the physical therapy program for urinary incontinence and pelvic pain, I was very apprehensive and embarrassed.

After a few sessions I began to see progress and results. This physical therapy program has allowed me to get control over my situation and helped restore my confidence.

– Catherine, age 47

Whether you’re considering, preparing for, or recovering from surgery, pelvic therapy can help improve your outcomes.

Ask your provider to include both pre-op and post-op therapy in your referral

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

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.)

After having surgery and chemotherapy for colon cancer, my digestion and bowel changed drastically.

These problems interfered with my daily life and caused stress in ways you would never imagine! I now know that I can learn to control my issues and have more confidence in my daily life! I totally recommend Women’s Advantage!

– Regina, age 52