“Should I try physical therapy for my urinary incontinence?”
I have severe urinary incontinence. Do you think physical therapy will help to manage my condition?
7 Answers
pelvic floor therapy
Hello, physical therapy can help with incontinence but you’ll need to seek out a therapist that specializes in pelvic floor. All the best!
The short answer is yes. You should consult with a physical therapist that is specialize in womens's health.
Find a PT who specializes in pelvic floor dysfunction. It is a specialty within our profession and it may take a while to find one. Good luck.
Yes, physical therapy has an entire discipline dedicated to pelvic floor health.
Yes, Kegel exercises will help.
Absolutely. Check apta.org. Scroll down to the bottom right and click "Find a PT". Here you can search for a qualified PT in your area. You want someone that specializes in pelvic floor dysfunction. They'll be able to do much more for you than just Kegel's.
