
Pelvic pain and pelvic floor dysfunction are some of the main causes of urinary incontinence. Nearly one in five Americans suffer from pelvic floor dysfunction at some point in their lifetimes.
The pelvic floor consists of several muscles and other types of tissue that work much like a sling to keep pelvic and abdominal organs supported and in place.
Pelvic floor dysfunction is a broad term that refers to conditions caused by weakened or tightened muscles in the pelvic floor, as well as certain problems with the lower back and hip joints. These problems can be a result of pregnancy, childbirth, poor posture, infection, injury, or surgery.
Although very common in women, these conditions can also be found in men and even young children. It can be treated with certain surgeries, but more and more people are turning to physical therapy treatments to regain bladder control and reduce pelvic pain and dysfunction.
For more information or to schedule an appointment with our physical therapists specializing in pelvic floor dysfunction, call Lake Charles Memorial Hospital for Women’s Physical Therapy Team.
Johnnie Kleinschmidt, PT, PRPC
Helen Grimes, PT, DPT
Danielle Files, PT
1890 W. Gauthier Road, Suite 125
Lake Charles, LA 70605
(337) 480-7208