
Many men and women in the Greater Cleveland area come to Southwest General to receive treatment for conditions affecting the pelvic muscles and for bladder control issues. To help them, our Physical Therapy Department has specialized and readily available Pelvic Floor Therapy programs that lead to successful outcomes.
The pelvic floor is a group of muscles that forms the lower boundary of the pelvis and keeps the abdominal and pelvic organs in place so that they function properly. The organs in this area include the bladder, uterus (women), prostate (men), and rectum (the area at the end of the large intestine where the body stores solid waste). Pelvic Floor Dysfunction occurs when pelvic muscles and/or connective tissue are weakened or injured, usually through childbirth, surgery, trauma or aging.
Pelvic Floor Dysfunction has a range of symptoms including, but not limited to:
At Southwest General, pelvic floor therapy is provided by a team of experienced and compassionate physical therapists who have been trained through the American Physical Therapy Association, in the area of Pelvic Physical Therapy. Team members evaluate each patient prior to beginning treatment. Patient evaluation includes:
Based on the results of the initial evaluation, a personalized plan of care is developed for each patient. Treatment options may include:
Most treatment programs range from six to eight weeks, with patient progress being routinely evaluated during treatment.
A written prescription from your physician requesting “Physical Therapy Evaluate and Treat” is required and should include a pertinent diagnosis.
To learn more about the Pelvic Floor Therapy Program at Southwest General, or to schedule an appointment, call 833-SW-REHAB (833-797-3422).
Brunswick Medical Center & ER
4065 Center Road
Brunswick, OH 44212
330-558-0180
LifeWorks Therapy Services of Southwest General
7390 Old Oak Blvd.
Middleburg Heights, OH 44130
Phone: 440-816-8010
Fax: 440-816-4850
North Royalton Physical Therapy
5340 Royalton Road
North Royalton, OH 44133
Phone: 440-230-1133
Fax: 440-230-9243
Strongsville Medical Center
18181 Pearl Road
Strongsville, OH 44136
440-816-4920