Pelvic Floor Issues

Pelvic floor issues can affect individuals of all ages and often present with a wide range of symptoms. These may include pain or tightness in the lower back, hips, or tailbone; bowel or bladder dysfunction such as constipation, urinary urgency, or chronic UTIs; and even systemic effects like unexplained weight changes or abdominal discomfort. Despite their prevalence, these conditions are often misdiagnosed or treated symptomatically, leaving the root causes unresolved.

Counterstrain therapy offers a comprehensive approach to addressing pelvic floor dysfunction. By identifying and releasing restrictions in the muscles, nerves, and blood vessels that influence the pelvic region, Counterstrain helps restore proper function and alleviate pain. This gentle, hands-on method addresses the interconnected nature of the body, providing lasting relief and empowering individuals to reclaim their health and quality of life.

Whether you’re struggling with chronic UTIs, bowel issues, or pelvic pain, Counterstrain therapy can help uncover and resolve the underlying causes, offering a path to holistic healing.

An eight-year-old girl suffering from chronic urinary tract infections (UTIs) sought my help after years of recurring infections. Her symptoms included not only the frequent UTIs—occurring every six weeks or so—but also abdominal discomfort and unexpected weight gain. These issues significantly impacted her quality of life and required repeated rounds of medication. Upon evaluation, I identified restrictions in her pelvic floor, as well as specific nerves and veins connected to her bladder. These restrictions were contributing to poor bladder function and overall metabolic imbalance.

I used Counterstrain therapy to address the pelvic floor restrictions and the associated nerves and vasculature. Counterstrain is a gentle, non-invasive technique that alleviates tension in the body by positioning it in a way that allows for the release of muscular, vascular, and connective tissue restrictions. My initial treatments focused on resolving her abdominal discomfort and restoring normal metabolic function. As her symptoms improved, I shifted the focus to directly addressing the pelvic floor and the structures influencing bladder function.