Do I have a pelvic floor problem? When to consult a pelvic floor physiotherapist?
Pelvic Floor Screening Questionnaire
Do you urinate more than 8 times a day? Yes/No
Do you have difficulty initiating urination? Yes/ No
Do you have burning with urination? Yes/No
Do you feel that your bladder is not emptied after you have urinated? Yes/No
Do you experience any urine loss (on way to bathroom or coughing/sneezing)? Yes/No
Do you feel pelvic pressure? Yes/No
Do you have less than one bowel movement every 3 days? Yes/No
Do you have to strain or facilitate to have a bowel movement? Yes/No
Is your stool lumpy/hard or have cracks on it? Yes/No
Do you have pain during or after a bowel movement? Yes/No
Do you experience painful intercourse? Yes/No
Do you experience pelvic pain, i.e. vaginal, rectal, penile, testicular, perineal or pelvic? Yes/No
Do you have pelvic pain with sitting? Yes/No
Have you ever been diagnosed with any of the conditions listed below?
Vulvodynia
Chronic Prostatitis
Piriformis Syndrome
Vestibulodynia
Endometriosis
Coccydynia
Vaginismus
Pudendal Neuralgia
Proctalgia
Fugax
Dyspareunia
Chronic Pelvic Pain
Urethral Syndrome
Interstitial Cystitis
Levator Ani Syndrome
Bladder Sphincter Dysenergia
If you answered YES to any of the above questions, problems with your pelvic floor muscles, fascia, or nerves may be contributing to your symptoms/pain. You may be a candidate for an assessment from a Physiotherapist with appropriate training to assess your pelvic floor.
Consult a pelvic physiotherapist during pregnancy if you have these signs and symptoms
Pain in your pubic bone, groin, low back, pelvis, buttocks, or legs
Sciatica in pregnancy
Difficulties doing everyday tasks such as rolling over, walking, or getting in/out of a vehicle
Leaking urine, gas, or stool when you laugh, cough, sneeze, walk or run
Bulging or tenting of your abdomen (diastasis recti)
Pain with intercourse
Vaginal varicose veins
Hemorrhoids
Want to prepare your body for optimal birth
Avoid the chances of tearing during vaginal childbirth
Prepare for a planned c-section in the best way
Questions about preparing for labor & delivery
Consult a pelvic physiotherapist after childbirth if you have the following signs and symptoms:
Scarring from c-section, tearing, or episiotomy
Leaking urine, gas, or stool when you cough, sneeze, exercise, etc., or not making it to the bathroom in time
Difficulty in emptying your bladder fully
More frequent trips to the bathroom during the day and night
Pain with intercourse
Pressure, heaviness, or bulging in your vagina or rectum
Ongoing pain in your vagina, rectum, pelvis, pubic bone, abdomen, or low back
Bulging or tenting of your abdomen (diastasis recti)
Looking forward to returning to exercises and sports in an optimal way
If you have any questions, feel free to contact me!
Roopdeep Kaur, PT, FRCms, MSc. PT, BPT
Registered Physiotherapist
Ortho & Pelvic Physiotherapist
