When you hear the term pelvic floor physiotherapy, you might immediately think of pregnancy, postpartum recovery, or menopause. But here’s the truth: pelvic floor physiotherapy is for everyone, including men.

The pelvic floor is a group of muscles and connective tissues at the base of the pelvis that play a role in bladder control, bowel function, sexual health, and core stability. If these muscles don’t work properly, men and women alike can experience uncomfortable and life-limiting symptoms.

The Pelvic Floor: Not Just a “Women’s Issue”

Supports pelvic organs: bladder, bowel, and (in women) uterus.
Controls continence: stopping leakage of urine or stool.
Contributes to sexual function: erections, ejaculation, orgasm.
Stabilises posture: working with the core and diaphragm.

👉 Both men and women rely on these muscles every day.

Common Issues in Men That Pelvic Floor Physio Helps

Urinary leakage: especially after prostate surgery.
Pelvic pain: including chronic pelvic pain syndrome (CPPS).
Bowel problems: constipation, straining, or difficulty controlling gas/stool.
Sexual dysfunction: erectile difficulties, premature ejaculation, or painful ejaculation.
Postural and back problems: linked to poor pelvic floor/core coordination.

What Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy Looks Like

A pelvic health physiotherapist will:

Assess posture, breathing, and pelvic floor function.
Teach correct activation and relaxation (many men have overactive, tight muscles).
Use biofeedback or ultrasound to help retrain muscle control.
Provide tailored exercises to restore continence, reduce pain, and improve sexual health.

💡 Internal assessment is always optional and explained with full consent. External techniques and ultrasound can give valuable information too.

Why Early Awareness Matters

Many men delay seeking help, thinking these symptoms are “normal with age.” But evidence shows that early physiotherapy improves outcomes, especially after prostate surgery or when pelvic pain first appears.

Pelvic floor physiotherapy is not just for women, it’s for anyone with a pelvis. Men can benefit just as much, whether recovering from surgery, managing pelvic pain, or improving bladder and sexual health.

With expert, evidence-based care, physiotherapy offers a safe and effective path to better pelvic health for all.

✨ Struggling with bladder, bowel, or pelvic pain? Book a consultation with our pelvic health physiotherapists at Renard Clinic for personalised care