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44. Men Have Pelvic Floors, Too: Common Issues, Misconceptions, and Finding a Path to Relief
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In honor of Men’s Health Month, we wanted to shine a light on something that doesn’t get nearly enough air time: men’s pelvic health.
While pelvic floor dysfunction is more commonly talked about in women’s health spaces, we’re seeing more and more male patients in our clinics. Most of them have waited months (or even years) before getting support. That has GOT to change!
In today’s conversation, we’re talking about men’s pelvic health, and the REAL issues they can experience when seeking care. Yep…men have pelvic floors, just like women! Unfortunately, many of their concerns get brushed off, misdiagnosed, or overly medicalized, when pelvic floor rehab could offer major relief AND long-term results.
Our goal is to help uncover the root causes and support the body in a truly functional, sustainable way.
Whether you’re navigating symptoms yourself or want to support a loved one, we hope this episode brings awareness, encouragement, and empowerment. Let’s keep normalizing these topics, because everyone deserves to feel informed, heard, AND cared for!
In this episode, we’re covering:
- Overview of the male pelvic anatomy
- 5 common pelvic floor issues men experience (that often go ignored)
- Why pelvic and testicular pain are more common than you think
- Top reasons these issues often get overlooked or misdiagnosed
- What pelvic floor PT and/or OT actually looks like for men
- The biggest barrier keeping most men from getting the care they need
**Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is NOT meant to be taken as individual or medical advice. These conversations are for educational purposes only. Please seek the advice of your physician or healthcare provider regarding any medical condition or treatment.
Links/Resources:
- Ep. 42 | The Brain-Body Connection: Understanding Neuroplasticity & Pain Reprocessing Therapy for Pelvic Health (Part 1 with Paige Genova)
- Ep. 43 | Pelvicology 101: The 6-Stage Framework for Rewiring Pain and Restoring Trust in the Body (Part 2 with Paige Genova)
- Ep. 34 | Understanding Erectile Dysfunction: A Deep Dive Into Male Pelvic Health with Bill Taylor
- Follow on Instagram @the.pelvis.project
- Follow Megan on Instagram @kansaspelvichealth
- Follow Roxi on Instagram @goodlifepelvichealth
- Check out Megan's website
- Check out Roxi's website
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