Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy in Ottawa’s East End

Support for Pelvic Health, Comfort, and Confidence

Pelvic floor physiotherapy is a specialized area of physiotherapy that focuses on the muscles, ligaments, and connective tissues at the base of the pelvis. These structures help support the bladder, uterus, prostate, and rectum, while also playing an important role in bladder and bowel control, core stability, sexual function, pregnancy, postpartum recovery, and overall pelvic health.

When the pelvic floor becomes too weak, too tight, poorly coordinated, or affected by injury, surgery, pregnancy, or hormonal changes, it can lead to symptoms that interfere with comfort, movement, and daily life.

At CORPEO, pelvic floor physiotherapy is designed to assess and treat pelvic health concerns in a respectful, private, and supportive environment. Our goal is to help you better understand your symptoms, improve pelvic floor function, and feel more confident in your body.

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What to Expect from Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy

Pelvic floor physiotherapy involves a detailed assessment, individualized treatment planning, targeted rehabilitation, and education to support long-term pelvic health. Your physiotherapist will work with you to identify the factors contributing to your symptoms and create a treatment plan based on your needs, comfort level, and goals.

Initial Assessment and Examination

Your first visit includes a detailed discussion of your symptoms, medical history, lifestyle, pregnancy or surgical history, bladder and bowel habits, and physical concerns. Your physiotherapist also assesses areas such as posture, breathing, core function, pelvic mobility, and muscle coordination to better understand what may be contributing to your symptoms.

Follow-Up Treatments with an Individualized Treatment Plan

Every patient’s experience is different. Your treatment plan is tailored to your specific symptoms, goals, and stage of recovery. Follow-up visits focus on progressing your care, adjusting treatment as your body changes, and helping you continue moving toward improved function and comfort.

Exercises and Rehabilitation Program

Pelvic floor rehabilitation uses specific exercises to improve strength, relaxation, coordination, flexibility, breathing, posture, and core stability. These exercises are selected based on what your body needs, rather than using a one-size-fits-all approach.

Education and Awareness

Understanding your condition is an important part of treatment. We provide education about pelvic floor function, symptom management, bladder and bowel habits, movement strategies, and ways to support long-term pelvic health.

What We Treat

Conditions Treated with Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy

At CORPEO, pelvic floor physiotherapy can help support both women and men experiencing a wide range of pelvic health concerns, including:

  • Persistent pelvic pain
  • Pregnancy-related pelvic discomfort
  • Postpartum recovery
  • Pelvic organ prolapse
  • Perimenopause and menopause-related pelvic health concerns
  • Dysmenorrhea, or painful periods
  • Dyspareunia, or pain with intercourse
  • Bladder leakage or urinary incontinence
  • Urinary urgency or frequency
  • Bowel control concerns
  • Constipation
  • Sacroiliac joint dysfunction
  • Interstitial cystitis
  • Chronic prostatitis
  • Vulvodynia
  • Vaginismus
  • Rectus diastasis
  • Pelvic health concerns following prostatectomy
Recognizing the Signs

Benefits of Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy

Pelvic floor physiotherapy can help improve comfort, function, and quality of life for individuals experiencing pelvic health symptoms. Depending on your condition, treatment may help with:

  • Improving pelvic floor strength, relaxation, and coordination
  • Reducing pelvic pain or discomfort
  • Supporting bladder and bowel control
  • Managing urinary urgency, frequency, or leakage
  • Supporting pregnancy and postpartum recovery
  • Improving core and pelvic stability
  • Addressing pain during intercourse
  • Enhancing confidence with movement and daily activities
  • Increasing awareness and understanding of pelvic health
  • Supporting long-term prevention and self-management

A Respectful Approach to Pelvic Health

Pelvic health concerns can be personal, sensitive, and sometimes difficult to talk about. At CORPEO, our team provides care in a professional and comfortable environment where your concerns are heard and your treatment is guided by your comfort. Whether your symptoms are new, long-standing, related to pregnancy, surgery, menopause, pain, or bladder and bowel function, pelvic floor physiotherapy may help you take meaningful steps toward improved health and confidence.

Meet the CORPEO Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy Team

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