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Understanding Gender Affirmation Surgery & How Pelvic Floor Therapy Can Help
Whether you have come to this page as a transgender or nonbinary persons preparing for your own Gender Affirmation Surgery or are a cisgender individual who is here to support a friend or family member, this post is for you.
Before we get down to the nitty-gritty of what to expect from Gender Affirmation Surgery and why pre & post-operative Pelvic Floor Therapy is absolutely essential (skip to how Pelvic Floor Therapy can help here), let’s start with the basics:
What is Gender Affirmation Surgery
Gender Affirmation Surgery (also known as Gender Confirmation Surgery) refers to surgical procedures that help people transition to their self-identified gender. These procedures can include facial surgery, top surgery, bottom surgery, or all of the above. People opt to have these surgeries when they feel the gender identified at birth does not match their gender identity, otherwise known as transgender persons (or trans). Gender nonbinary individuals (someone whose gender identity does not fit within traditional female or male categories) may also opt to move forward with Gender Affirmation Surgery.
Read full blogPelvic Floor Therapy for Penile Pain
Pain in the penis is always cause for concern, even if it only occurs at certain times such as during an erection or while urinating.
So what causes penile pain? Lots of factors. While some may be less worrisome, others warrant immediate treatment. In either case, a Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist (also referred to as a Pelvic Floor PT or Pelvic Floor Therapist) can help!
Common causes of penile pain
- Infection: Infections such as sexually transmitted infections (STIs) or urinary tract infections (UTIs).
Postpartum Guide To Movement
After giving birth, it’s important to take some time to let your body recover before returning to any type of physical activity. The amount of time this takes can vary depending on the individual and how the delivery went. In general, it’s a good idea to wait at least six to eight weeks before starting any type of exercise program, including running. However, it’s important to consult with your doctor or a healthcare professional before returning to any exercise, especially if you had a complicated delivery or have any ongoing health concerns.
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