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Men's Health Physiotherapy
Men’s health Physiotherapy is a specialised Physiotherapy area where specific assessments and treatments take place. Men’s Health Physiotherapy deals with problems and pain around the pelvic region. These male problems can sometime get overlooked, but are a specialised condition therefore requires a specialised Physiotherapist to provide a high quality service for the patient. Some of the conditions and problems which can be experienced are:
- Pelvic girdle pain
- Pelvic floor dysfunction
- Bladder and bowel problems
- Prostrate surgery (pre and post)
The Men’s Health Physiotherapy services will offer a comprehensive assessment including a history of the problem and a physical examination. The Men’s Health Physiotherapist will then develop an appropriate treatment plan with the patient to achieve realistic goals.
Some of the treatments which could be used to meet the goals set by the patient and the Men’s Health Physiotherapist are:
- Exercise therapy (strengthening and stretching)
- Manual Therapy (pelvic and spinal causes)
- Biofeedback
- Postural advice
These treatments will be individually tailored to meet the needs and goals of each patient by the Men’s Health Physiotherapist.
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