Why your pelvic floor may be to blame for those mid night bathroom visits
Nocturia, a condition characterized by excessive urination during the night, can disrupt sleep patterns and significantly impact one's quality of life. I don’t know about you, but I adore sleep. I do not look forward to being woken up in the middle of the night. But just to pee? It a no for me dawg.
While there can be multiple underlying causes for this condition, exploring the potential benefits of pelvic floor physical therapy unveils a promising avenue for reducing symptoms and enhancing overall well-being.
Several factors can contribute to nocturia. The most common causes include:
an overactive bladder
hormonal imbalances
urinary tract infections
certain medications
age-related changes
unbalanced pelvic floor muscles
The pelvic floor muscles play a crucial role in urinary control and can be impacted due to pregnancy, childbirth, chronic constipation, or even a sedentary lifestyle.Pelvic floor therapy doesn't merely alleviate symptoms, but also addresses the root causes of nocturia.
So what does therapy look like for nocturia?
Through a combination of targeted exercises, biofeedback techniques, manual therapy, and/or simple lifestyle changes, pelvic floor therapy can help patients regain control over their pelvic floor muscles and say goodbye to those untimely middle of the night wake ups.
Nocturia can be a frustrating and disruptive condition, but with the right approach, it is possible to find relief. Pelvic floor physical therapy offers a non-invasive, holistic solution by strengthening weakened muscles, addressing underlying causes, and promoting overall pelvic health.
If you are struggling with nocturia, it may be your pelvic floor to blame. If this resonates with you, contact us! We offer free consultations and would love to help you improve your quality of life and restore your sleep hygiene so it may overflow into other areas of your life.
