Mind Body Marin

Reclaim confidence and comfort, with the flexibility of in-home pelvic floor therapy.

WHAT I TREAT

Female Pelvic Pain

Female Pelvic Pain is often considered an umbrella term describing various symptoms rather than a specific diagnosis. It refers to pain occurring in the lower abdominal / pelvic area, which may arise from gynecological, gastrointestinal, musculoskeletal, urinary, or even psychological causes. Pain can be described as aching, burning, itching, cramping, stabbing, shooting, etc. and can be acute (sudden and sharp) or chronic (>6 months). Symptoms can be constant with no apparent triggers, or intermittent.

Common Diagnoses: Vaginismus, Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID), Painful Bladder Syndrome (Interstitial cystitis), Pudendal Neuralgia, Endometriosis, Ovarian Cysts, Fibroids, and more

Pelvic Organ Prolapse

Pelvic organ prolapse occurs when the pelvic organs, such as the bladder, uterus, or rectum, drop from their normal position and push against the vaginal walls due to weakened pelvic floor muscles. Pelvic floor therapy for prolapse focuses on strengthening these muscles to support the organs, reduce symptoms like pressure, bulging, and urinary incontinence, and prevent further prolapse. Through targeted exercises, manual therapy, and education, this therapy offers a non-surgical approach to managing and improving prolapse-related discomfort.

Pregnancy & Postpartum

During pregnancy, therapy focuses on preparing the pelvic floor for childbirth by improving flexibility, strength, and coordination, while also addressing pain, urinary incontinence, and pelvic pressure. Postpartum therapy helps with recovery by targeting issues such as pelvic pain, muscle weakness, urinary or fecal incontinence, and diastasis recti. Treatment may include exercises, manual therapy, education, and personalized strategies to promote healing and restore proper pelvic function.

Bowel Dysfunction

Bowel dysfunction encompasses various issues affecting bowel control and function, including constipation, fecal incontinence, straining, and incomplete evacuation. Common diagnoses include dyssynergic defecation, rectocele, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), and pelvic floor dysfunction. These symptoms can cause discomfort, embarrassment, and a reduced quality of life.

Pelvic floor therapy offers a non-invasive, effective approach to managing bowel dysfunction. By improving the strength, coordination, and relaxation of pelvic floor muscles through targeted exercises, biofeedback, manual therapy, and education, pelvic floor therapy can enhance bowel control, promote healthier bowel movements, and significantly improve daily comfort and confidence.

Endometriosis

Endometriosis is a chronic condition where tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside the uterus, causing pain, inflammation, and scarring. Common symptoms include pelvic pain, painful periods (dysmenorrhea), pain during intercourse, lower back pain, bowel and bladder dysfunction, and fertility issues. These symptoms can be debilitating and significantly impact quality of life.

Pelvic floor therapy can be an effective, non-invasive treatment for managing endometriosis-related pain and dysfunction. By addressing pelvic floor muscle tension, improving muscle coordination, and promoting relaxation through techniques such as manual therapy, biofeedback, and targeted exercises, pelvic floor therapy can help reduce pain, improve bladder and bowel function, and enhance overall pelvic health and well-being.

Bladder Dysfunction

Urinary dysfunction refers to a range of issues affecting bladder control and urination. Common symptoms include urinary urgency, frequency, leakage (incontinence), difficulty starting urination, and incomplete bladder emptying. Common diagnoses include overactive bladder (OAB), stress urinary incontinence, urge incontinence, mixed incontinence, and interstitial cystitis. These issues can significantly impact daily life and well-being.

Pelvic floor therapy is a highly effective, non-invasive treatment aimed at improving the strength, coordination, and relaxation of the pelvic floor muscles. Through targeted exercises, biofeedback, manual therapy, and education, pelvic floor therapy can help restore proper bladder function, reduce symptoms, and improve quality of life.

IN-HOME PELVIC FLOOR THERAPY

Reclaim confidence and comfort, with the flexibility of in-home pelvic floor therapy.

WHAT I TREAT

Female Pelvic Pain