Pelvic pain
Pelvic pain is a common condition that can affect women of all ages, including young women who have never had children. Pelvic pain can be caused by a variety of factors, including pelvic floor dysfunction, endometriosis, ovarian cysts, and other gynecological conditions. In this blog, we’ll explore the common causes and symptoms of pelvic pain in young women who have never had children, and how pelvic floor physical therapy at Total Performance Physical Therapy in Horsham, North Wales, East Norriton, Harleysville, and Hatfield, PA can help.
Common Causes of Pelvic Pain
Pelvic pain can be caused by a variety of factors, including:
- Pelvic floor dysfunction: Pelvic floor dysfunction occurs when the pelvic floor muscles become weak, tight, or spastic. This can cause pain and discomfort in the pelvic region, as well as other symptoms such as urinary and bowel dysfunction.
- Endometriosis: Endometriosis is a condition in which the tissue that lines the uterus grows outside of the uterus, causing pain and inflammation.
- Ovarian cysts: Ovarian cysts are fluid-filled sacs that develop on the ovaries, and can cause pain and discomfort if they become large or rupture.
- Gynecological conditions: Other gynecological conditions such as fibroids, pelvic inflammatory disease, and ovarian cancer can also cause pelvic pain in young women.
Common Symptoms of Pelvic Pain
The symptoms of pelvic pain can vary depending on the underlying cause. Common symptoms of pelvic pain in young women include:
- Pain in the pelvic region: Pelvic pain can be sharp or dull, and may be constant or intermittent.
Pain during intercourse: Pain during intercourse can be a sign of pelvic floor dysfunction or endometriosis. - Urinary or bowel dysfunction: Pelvic floor dysfunction can cause urinary and bowel dysfunction, including incontinence, frequency, and urgency.
- Fatigue: Chronic pelvic pain can be exhausting and lead to fatigue.
How Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy Can Help
Pelvic floor physical therapy can be an effective treatment for pelvic pain in young women who have never had children. Pelvic floor physical therapy focuses on strengthening and relaxing the muscles of the pelvic floor, which can improve pelvic pain, urinary and bowel dysfunction, and other related symptoms.
During pelvic floor physical therapy, a pelvic floor physical therapist at Total Performance Physical Therapy in Horsham, North Wales, East Norriton, Harleysville, and Hatfield, PA will work with the patient to perform exercises that strengthen and relax the pelvic floor muscles. The therapist may also use techniques such as biofeedback to help the patient better understand and control their pelvic floor muscles.
Pelvic floor physical therapy can be a safe and effective treatment for pelvic pain in young women who have never had children. If you\’re experiencing pelvic pain or other related symptoms, speak to your healthcare provider about whether pelvic floor physical therapy may be right for you.
