Men's Health

Peak Sports and Spine Physical Therapy strives to provide a comprehensive treatment program for male patients suffering from incontinence and pelvic pain. Our physical therapists have obtained specialized education to specifically provide treatment to men with pelvic floor dysfunction. Through education, manual therapy, biofeedback and exercise, we assist men in learning how to decrease and manage their symptoms. Our goal is to improve your function and decrease your pain, guiding you on your personal path to improved health and wellness.

Common Health Problems:

• Urinary incontinence
• Post void dribble
• Fecal incontinence
• General pelvic pain
• Erectile Dysfunction
• Post uro-gynecological surgeries
• Post prostatectomy
• Non-bacterial chronic prostatitis
• Constipation related to pelvic floor muscles
• Pudendal neuralgia

What to Expect

At your first visit, a Men’s Health trained physical therapist will do an in-depth evaluation. This will include a general medical history, a history related to your current condition, and questions about your eating, drinking, and voiding habits.

A physical assessment will also be performed to check the following:

• Joint mobility of the hips, pelvis, and lumbar spine
• Muscle activation/relaxation patterns in the trunk musculature
• Scar mobility if applicable

An individualized treatment plan will be generated, and will consist of the following:

• Manual therapy, including both soft-tissue and joint mobilization
• Techniques for stress reduction and relaxation of appropriate muscle groups
• Re-education of your muscles, possibly using biofeedback and electrical stimulation
• Communication with your physician

You will leave your visit with a better understanding of your current symptoms and condition, along with a detailed plan of care and individualized home exercise program.

How to get started with your treatment

Treatment is specialized and focused on the individual needs of each of our patients and can include various specialized techniques. Prior to treatment, we recommend the following to get started:

• Get a thorough examination from your physician to rule out any medical conditions
• Schedule an appointment with our Men’s Health specialist  (click for directions, contact info)
• Complete the New Patient Form 
• Complete the Pelvic Floor Questionaire