Pelvic and Perineal Rehabilitation Physiotherapy at MSK Québec

Pelvic and Perineal Rehabilitation Physiotherapy is a specialized branch of physiotherapy available at MSK Québec. Our professionals focus on treating the pelvic floor, abdominal muscles, and bodily changes related to pregnancy and childbirth. This type of treatment is available for individuals of all genders.

What is perineal and pelvic rehabilitation?

Perineal and pelvic rehabilitation is an expertise in the field of physiotherapy with a global approach based on the pelvic floor musculature, but also on all the muscles attached to the pelvis. The main objective of this rehabilitation is to regain internal and external muscular balance, as well as good body mechanics to maximize the function of the pelvic floor and optimize the pelvic region. 

What is the function of the pelvic floor?

The pelvic floor is a muscle group located at the base of the pelvis that allows:

• Support for organs,
• Closing the orifices to retain urine, gas and stool,
• It plays a supporting role for the pelvis and the spine,
• It helps maintain good posture.
  
  

Who is perineal and pelvic rehabilitation for? 

Pelvic-perineal physiotherapy is aimed at both women and men who have: 

• Urinary, gas or fecal incontinence,
• Urinary urgency or an overactive bladder,
• A feeling of heaviness in the lower abdomen or pelvic area,
• An organ prolapse, 
• A prolapse requiring the installation and adjustment of a pessary (by medical prescription),
• If you have tailbone pain,
• For pregnancy monitoring or in preparation for childbirth,
• If you have musculoskeletal pain during pregnancy,
• For optimal recovery of your pelvic floor and abdominals after childbirth, as well as a safe return to sports,
• If you have perineal pain or pain during sexual intercourse, 
• If you are a man who has had prostate surgery, or for preparation before surgery,
• If you are a man with erectile dysfunction.

What does a perineal and pelvic rehabilitation session consist of?

• In the first session, a specific assessment of your condition (external and internal examination if necessary),
• Manual treatment adapted to your condition (external and internal as needed),
• A personalized exercise program, 
• Lots of advice,
• If necessary, certain tools can be used in treatment.