#72: Men's Pelvic Health Awareness

Hey there, welcome to the NorthStar Physical Therapy podcast!

In this episode, I'm focusing on something that doesn't get talked about nearly enough: men's pelvic health.

November is the perfect time to recognize that pelvic health isn't just for postpartum women or those going through menopause — it's for everyone, including men and anyone assigned male at birth. The truth is, male and female pelvic anatomy is remarkably similar, and the pelvic floor plays critical roles in urinary function, bowel function, sexual function, organ support, pelvic stability, and lymphatic health — no matter your anatomy.

Yet so many men suffer in silence for years, dealing with symptoms like urinary leakage, hesitancy, incomplete emptying, bowel issues, erectile dysfunction, or pain during sex. These symptoms are often dismissed as "normal aging" or never brought up at all due to stigma or embarrassment.

But here's the truth: these are treatable conditions, and pelvic health physical therapy can help.

Let's get into:

• Why men have pelvic floors too — and why they matter
• Common urinary, bowel, and sexual symptoms men experience
• How pelvic health connects to hip pain, low back pain, and mobility
• The role of stress, nervous system regulation, and lifestyle habits
• Why internal pelvic assessments can be game-changing
• Real client success stories
• How to find a men's pelvic health specialist
• Breaking the stigma around male pelvic health

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