Why Pelvic Floor Therapy Matters More Than Ever
At Reborn Pelvic Health & Wellness, we believe pelvic floor therapy is not just for recovery. It is proactive care that should begin before, during, and after pregnancy. Now, the latest research backs that belief with hard data.
A recent study in The American Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology shows that vaginal birth can lead to significant trauma to the pelvic floor. Even more important, it found that many of these injuries are preventable with the right approach.
What the Study Found
Researchers identified the most common injury sites during vaginal delivery, including:
- The levator ani muscle
- The anterior vaginal wall
- The apical ligaments
Damage to these areas can result in long-term pelvic floor dysfunction. Common symptoms include:
- Urinary incontinence
- Pelvic organ prolapse
- Chronic pelvic pain
- Pain with intimacy
More than 300,000 women in the United States undergo pelvic floor surgery every year, often to repair injuries sustained during childbirth.
The Good News: Most Injuries Can Be Prevented
The study emphasizes the importance of preventive care and evidence-based strategies during birth. These include:
- Controlled delivery techniques
- Hands-on perineal support
- Prenatal education about the pelvic floor
- Early postpartum rehabilitation
Pelvic floor physical therapy plays a critical role in each of these areas, helping reduce injury risk and supporting recovery when trauma does occur.
How Reborn Puts Research Into Practice
At Reborn, we do more than follow the research. We stay current, apply new findings, and design personalized care plans based on the latest evidence.
Our team of pelvic health specialists works closely with each patient to protect and restore pelvic function at every stage—whether you are preparing for your first baby, recovering postpartum, or managing symptoms years after birth.
We collaborate with OBs, midwives, and birth professionals across Utah to ensure pelvic health is a priority during the birthing process.
Don’t Wait for Symptoms to Start
Many pelvic floor injuries are not immediately obvious. Some symptoms do not appear until months or even years later. That is why early intervention matters.
Pelvic floor therapy helps:
- Prepare your body for labor and delivery
- Minimize trauma during birth
- Support healing and function in the postpartum period
- Prevent long-term complications
This is not just about recovery. It is about protecting your quality of life.
Your Pelvic Floor Is Essential. So Is Your Care.
Pelvic floor therapy should be part of every birth plan. Whether you are expecting, newly postpartum, or still healing from past births, you deserve expert care and a team that stays ahead of the research.
Let’s stop treating pelvic floor symptoms as inevitable and start seeing them as preventable.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
At Reborn Pelvic Health & Wellness, we offer expert, compassionate care tailored to your body and your goals.