Sexual dysfunctions and pelvic floor

Dysfunctioning of the pelvic floor often results in numerous sexual dysfunctions. Sexual health is important for the well-being of adults, so any dysfunctions can create problems in their everyday life. A large percentage of people experiencing sexual dysfunctions often experience great anxiety, loneliness, and isolation.

How will you know if you are experiencing sexual dysfunctions?If you notice any of the following symptoms, you are probably experiencing sexual dysfunction. Contact the experts at Athens Rehab to fix any hinder between you and your normal everyday life.

  • Vaginal, perineal, or rectal pain
  • Pain before, during, or after intercourse
  • Constipation
  • Changes in bladder and bowel habits
  • Urological problems
  • Problems during pregnancy

Let’s closely observe some facts related to sexual dysfunctions to better understand what is going on. One out of three women will experience painful sex at some point in their lives, sixty per cent (60%) of women experience painful sex during menopause, while 65% of women still have pain during sex even 18 months after childbirth.

An estimated 15-72% of men under the age of 40 may experience erectile dysfunction, while 52% of men aged 40-70 experience mild to moderate erectile dysfunction. A prostatectomy can cause erectile dysfunction in up to 80% of men.

Which conditions do we treat?

  • Dyspareunia or pain during intercourse
  • Pain in the anus
  • Pain in coccyx
  • Sciatica
  • Abdominal pain
  • Pelvic pain
  • Interstitial cystitis

You don’t have to perpetuate the problem of sexual dysfunction you are facing. With the help of an Athens Rehab pelvic floor rehabilitation specialist, you can take back your life and pleasure!

Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy for Sexual Dysfunction

Sexual dysfunction is defined as a repeated experience of difficulty during sexual act, desire, orgasm or pain. The pelvic floor muscles are closely involved in sexual function. When there is a pelvic floor dysfunction, sexual pleasure is often replaced by pain. The symptoms are numerous and problematic for people. The good news is that pelvic floor physical therapy can help!

Do not ignore the numbers!

  • Sixty per cent (60%) of menopausal women do not report painful sex to their doctors because they are embarrassed.
  • Sixty-five per cent (65%) of postpartum women still experience painful sex 18 months after childbirth

Sexual dysfunction in women

Sexual dysfunction also occurs in women, especially during menopause or after childbirth. If you notice any of the following symptoms, contact the experts at Athens Rehab for evaluation and treatment:

  • Weakness or reduced vaginal lubrication
  • Pain during vaginal penetration
  • Clitoris pain, hypersensitivity to touch
  • Pain and/or burning sensation after intercourse
  • Decreased or absent orgasm
  • Urinary incontinence during intercourse
  • Incontinence with orgasm
  • Menopausal sexual dysfunction
  • Insufficient lubrication
  • Inability to achieve or difficulty in vaginal penetration
  • Painful sex
  • Decreased or absent orgasm
  • Sexual dysfunction after childbirth
  • Insufficient lubrication during breastfeeding
  • Perineal pain from episiotomy or trauma
  • Decreased or absent orgasm

The most common diagnoses by Athens Rehab specialists in these cases seem to be, among others, the following:

  • Interstitial cystitis / painful bladder syndrome
  • Endometriosis
  • Vulvodynia
  • Dyspareunia
  • Pudental neuralgia

Sexual dysfunction in men

Sexual dysfunction in men manifests itself in various ways. If you notice any of the following symptoms, contact the specialized medical staff of Athens Rehab:

  • Chronic pelvic pain syndrome - male pelvic pain, Pelvic floor dysfunction after prostatectomy, Sexual dysfunction. Chronic pelvic pain syndrome - male pelvic pain, Pelvic floor dysfunction after prostatectomy, Sexual dysfunction.
  • Decreased ejaculation or inability to ejaculate
  • Climacturia (incontinence with orgasm)
  • Pain after ejaculation in the penis, perineum, scrotum

The most common diagnoses by Athens Rehab specialists in these cases seem to be, amongst others, the following:

  • Pudental neuralgia
  • Chronic pelvic pain syndrome - male pelvic pain
  • Pelvic floor dysfunction after prostatectomy
  • Sexual dysfunction

Athens Rehab: We can help you!

An evaluation by a qualified pelvic floor therapist will determine the role your pelvic floor plays in your symptoms. In the assessment, your history and symptoms are reviewed. During the physical exam the therapist examines the muscles, tissues, joints, nerves and range of motion.

Once the exam is complete, it explains how your symptoms developed and creates short- and long-term goals for your treatment plan. Typically, the frequency of physical therapy is once to twice a week. If needed you are given a home exercise program and instructions. We are here to help you recover and live your life better.

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