Erectile Dysfunction (ED) is a common and growing problem facing millions of men in the US.¹ There are many possible causes of ED, and can include both emotional and physical conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, obesity, stress, anxiety and depression to name a few.
For men who struggle with erectile dysfunction, pelvic floor physical therapy is a great place to start. A healthcare professional may prescribe medicine to help you temporarily achieve or maintain an erection, but physical therapy is an option that can help reduce or eliminate your symptoms. Physical therapist interventions provide noninvasive methods that are easy to perform, painless, and inexpensive.
Physical therapy can play an important role in helping strengthen the muscles in the perineal area, including the kegel muscles, to improve the symptoms of ED. Kegel exercises focus on contracting the muscles of the pelvic floor to help build muscle and strengthen the pelvic floor area. A 2005 study shows penile function improves significantly after regular pelvic floor muscles exercises and the ability to regain normal erectile function is possible.¹
Physical therapy offers manual techniques, exercise programs, biofeedback, diet, activity modifications, and education to help resolve erectile dysfunction. Pelvic floor physical therapy can address the muscular and nerve function required to achieve and maintain an erection giving you back your confidence.
At ACE Rehab, our physical therapists come highly trained and ready to provide you with a comprehensive treatment program. Please call (703) 204-0533 or click here to request an appointment online for appointments and inquiries.