Pelvic Floor Strengthening

The pelvic floor muscles hold the pelvic organ in their unique positions for optimal functions. Hence, weakness of these muscles can directly affect the function of the bladder, intestines, urethra, rectum, vagina, cervix and prostate.

Who is Affected the Most?

Both men and women can suffer from pelvic floor weakness due to several reasons such as surgeries, trauma (childbirth / accidents) neurological conditions, menopause, aging. Even genetics can play a role where some people simply have weaker muscles and connective tissue.

How Tampa Motion Can Help in the Recovery Process:

• For pregnant women, we offer gentle manual therapy and customized programs to ease back pain, sciatica, and joint stiffness, with core-strengthening exercises to improve posture and reduce strain.
• Postpartum care of Tampa Motion includes targeted therapy to strengthen the pelvic floor, correct muscle imbalances, and restore core stability, reducing discomfort.
• In general, our clinicians will guide you, using evidence-based practice to safely strengthen weak muscles and relax muscles that are too tight.

Pregnant women and new mothers can suffer from hormonal changes, inflammation, weight gain, and post-birth recovery often lead to musculoskeletal issues. The Pelvic floor can be weakened by:

• Supporting the weight of the uterus during pregnancy
• Vaginal childbirth, which may overstretch the muscles
• The pressure of obesity
• Chronic constipation and straining to poo
• Constant coughing
• Some forms of surgery that require cutting the muscles (including prostate cancer treatment in males)
• Lower levels of oestrogen after menopause
• Pelvic floor muscle tension caused by painful periods, endometriosis