Men’s Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy
Restore Confidence, Improve Function, and Get Back to Living Without Pelvic Floor Symptoms
Pelvic floor dysfunction is not just a women’s health issue.
Men can experience bladder problems, bowel issues, pelvic pain, sexual dysfunction, and core weakness that significantly affect quality of life. Unfortunately, many men suffer in silence or are told that these symptoms are simply part of aging or something they have to live with.
At The Healthy Pelvis, Dr. Melissa Scholl provides personalized, in-home men’s pelvic floor physical therapy to help men throughout Elmhurst, Oak Brook, Hinsdale, Lombard, Downers Grove, Glen Ellyn, Villa Park, and Western Chicago surrounding communities improve function, reduce symptoms, and return to the activities they enjoy.
Is This You?
Many men seek pelvic floor physical therapy because they are experiencing:
Urinary leakage
Urinary urgency or frequency
Getting up multiple times at night to urinate
Difficulty emptying the bladder
Constipation
Pelvic pain
Tailbone pain
Groin pain
Testicular pain
Pain with sitting
Pain after exercise
Pain with intimacy
Erectile dysfunction
Core weakness
Recovery after prostate surgery
You do not need to simply live with these symptoms.
How Men’s Pelvic Floor Therapy Can Help
The pelvic floor muscles play an important role in bladder control, bowel function, sexual health, posture, breathing, and core stability.
When these muscles become weak, tight, overactive, or uncoordinated, symptoms can develop that affect everyday life.
Pelvic floor physical therapy focuses on identifying the root cause of your symptoms and creating a treatment plan designed specifically for your goals and lifestyle.
Treatment may include:
Hands-on manual therapy
Pelvic floor assessment and treatment
Breathing coordination
Core strengthening
Mobility exercises
Pelvic floor relaxation techniques
Bladder retraining strategies
Bowel management education
Exercise modifications
Post-surgical rehabilitation
Every treatment plan is individualized based on your symptoms, goals, and medical history.
Common Men’s Pelvic Health Conditions We Treat
Men experience pelvic floor dysfunction for many different reasons. While these symptoms are common, they are often highly treatable.
Men frequently seek treatment for:
Urinary Leakage
Leaking urine after prostate surgery, during exercise, or with coughing and lifting can often improve with pelvic floor rehabilitation.
Urinary Urgency and Frequency
Feeling like you constantly need to know where the nearest bathroom is can interfere with work, travel, sleep, and daily activities.
Pelvic Pain
Pain in the pelvis, lower abdomen, groin, or perineum may be related to pelvic floor muscle dysfunction.
Tailbone Pain
Pain with sitting, driving, or prolonged positions can sometimes originate from the muscles and tissues surrounding the pelvic floor.
Testicular or Groin Pain
Persistent discomfort that has not responded to other treatments may involve the pelvic floor muscles and surrounding structures.
Constipation and Bowel Dysfunction
Difficulty emptying the bowels or chronic straining can sometimes be related to poor pelvic floor coordination.
Erectile Dysfunction
Pelvic floor dysfunction may contribute to erectile difficulties in some men and can often improve with targeted treatment.
Recovery After Prostate Surgery
Pelvic floor physical therapy can help improve bladder control, strength, and confidence following prostatectomy.
Post-Prostatectomy Rehabilitation
Many men are surprised to learn that pelvic floor physical therapy is one of the most effective treatments available following prostate surgery.
Treatment may include:
Pelvic floor muscle training
Bladder retraining
Breathing coordination
Core strengthening
Return-to-exercise guidance
Education on recovery expectations
Strategies to improve confidence and independence
Early treatment can often help improve recovery and accelerate your return to normal activities.
Staying Active and Returning to Exercise
Pelvic floor symptoms can make men hesitant to exercise, travel, lift weights, or participate in activities they enjoy.
Whether your goal is golf, running, strength training, cycling, pickleball, or simply getting through the workday more comfortably, pelvic floor physical therapy can help you return to activity with greater confidence.
Treatment focuses on improving movement, reducing unnecessary strain, and helping your body function more efficiently.
Why Choose In-Home Men’s Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy?
Seeking help for pelvic floor symptoms can feel uncomfortable enough without adding waiting rooms and additional appointments.
The Healthy Pelvis brings expert pelvic floor physical therapy directly to your home, providing privacy, convenience, and personalized care.
Patients appreciate:
No waiting rooms
No driving across town
Flexible scheduling
One-on-one treatment sessions
Personalized care plans
Treatment in a comfortable environment
Many men find that in-home visits make it easier to begin treatment and stay consistent with care.
Men’s Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy FAQs
Is pelvic floor physical therapy only for women?
No. Men have pelvic floor muscles too, and pelvic floor dysfunction can affect bladder, bowel, sexual function, and pelvic pain in men of all ages.
Can pelvic floor physical therapy help after prostate surgery?
Yes. Pelvic floor physical therapy is commonly recommended after prostate surgery to help improve bladder control, strength, and recovery.
Can pelvic floor therapy help with urinary leakage?
Absolutely. Many men experience improvement in urinary leakage through pelvic floor muscle training and improved coordination.
Can pelvic floor therapy help with erectile dysfunction?
In some cases, yes. Pelvic floor dysfunction can contribute to erectile difficulties, and pelvic floor rehabilitation may be an important part of treatment.
Can pelvic floor therapy help with chronic pelvic pain?
Yes. Pelvic floor dysfunction is a common contributor to chronic pelvic pain, groin pain, tailbone pain, and testicular pain.
What should I expect during my first appointment?
Your evaluation includes a detailed discussion of your symptoms, goals, medical history, movement assessment, and a personalized treatment plan. Every session is tailored to your individual needs and comfort level.
Do you provide in-home men’s pelvic floor physical therapy?
Yes. The Healthy Pelvis provides concierge, in-home men’s pelvic floor physical therapy throughout Elmhurst, Hinsdale, Oak Brook, Lombard, Glen Ellyn, Villa Park, Downers Grove, and surrounding communities.
Ready to Take Back Control of Your Pelvic Health?
Bladder leakage, pelvic pain, urinary urgency, constipation, and sexual health concerns are common, but they are not something you simply have to accept.
Pelvic floor physical therapy can help you move better, feel stronger, and return to the activities that matter most. Dr. Melissa Scholl provides personalized, one-on-one care designed to help men improve function, reduce symptoms, and regain confidence.
Men’s Pelvic Health
Men’s Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy in Elmhurst, IL
Private, practical care for urinary symptoms, pelvic pain, bowel concerns and recovery before or after prostate surgery.
Private, one-on-one pelvic floor physical therapy delivered in the comfort of your home.
Private In-Home Care
Treatment in the comfort and privacy of your home.
One-on-One Visits
Every appointment is focused entirely on you.
20+ Years of Experience
Experienced care with specialized pelvic health training.
BCBS PPO In-Network
Coverage varies by plan; we can help explain benefits.
Personalized Care
Men Have Pelvic Floors, Too
The male pelvic floor supports bladder and bowel control, sexual function, core pressure and movement. Symptoms can appear after surgery, with chronic tension or alongside hip, back and abdominal problems.
Melissa provides discreet home visits and explains each part of the evaluation before it happens. Your plan is built around the activities you want to return to and the symptoms that affect your day.
Does This Sound Familiar?
Symptoms That May Benefit From Pelvic Floor Therapy
A personalized evaluation can help determine which muscles, habits and movement strategies deserve attention.
- Urine leakage, urgency or frequent urination
- Leakage before or after prostate surgery
- Pelvic, perineal, groin or tailbone pain
- Pain with sitting or exercise
- Constipation, straining or incomplete emptying
- Pelvic-floor tension or difficulty relaxing
- Sexual or erectile concerns with a musculoskeletal component
- Uncertainty about how to perform pelvic-floor exercises correctly
Your Treatment Plan
What Men’s Pelvic Floor Therapy May Include
Care is based on your symptoms, evaluation and goals—not a one-size-fits-all routine.
Pelvic Floor Training
Build the right mix of strength, relaxation, timing and endurance.
Post-Surgical Recovery
Prepare for or recover after prostatectomy with progressive functional training.
Pelvic Pain Care
Address muscle tension, mobility, breathing and movement contributors.
Bladder Strategies
Improve urgency, frequency, leakage and bathroom habits.
Bowel Coordination
Reduce straining and improve relaxation for bowel movements.
Return to Activity
Progress toward work, golf, lifting, running, cycling and daily life.
Understand the Why
Pelvic Floor Therapy Is More Than a Kegel Program
Men may overuse the abdomen, buttocks or breath when trying to contract the pelvic floor. Others squeeze repeatedly without letting the muscles relax. Both patterns can limit how well the system works in real life.
Treatment connects pelvic-floor control with breathing, hips, core strength and the movements that trigger symptoms.
Your First Visit
A Private Evaluation and a Clear Plan
You remain in control of every part of the appointment.
We Start With Your Story
Melissa listens to your symptoms, health history, routines and goals without rushing the conversation.
We Evaluate the Whole System
Assessment may include breathing, posture, mobility, hips, core and functional movement. Any internal assessment is optional.
You Leave With Direction
You will understand what to practice, why it matters and how the plan can progress.
Why The Healthy Pelvis
Private, Personalized Care in Your Home
Pelvic health concerns are personal. Home visits remove the crowded waiting room, unnecessary drive and distractions of a busy clinic.
One-on-One Attention
Every visit is dedicated entirely to you, with time for questions.
Comfort and Privacy
Discuss sensitive symptoms in a familiar, private environment.
Care Built Around Your Life
Practice strategies for the movements and routines that matter to you.
Convenient Local Visits
Melissa serves Elmhurst and nine nearby western-suburb communities.
Related Care
Explore Related Pelvic Floor Services
Post-Prostatectomy Therapy
Improve bladder control, coordination and confidence before and after prostate surgery.
Learn more →
Bladder Leaks & Incontinence
Improve control for leakage with coughing, movement, exercise, urgency or daily activity.
Learn more →
Bowel Dysfunction
Care for constipation, urgency, incomplete emptying, straining and bowel leakage.
Learn more →
Meet Your Physical Therapist
Meet Dr. Melissa Scholl
Doctor of Physical Therapy • Pelvic Health Specialist • 20+ Years of Experience
Melissa provides personalized pelvic floor physical therapy for women and men with bladder, bowel, pelvic pain, pregnancy, postpartum and post-surgical concerns.
She takes time to listen, explain each recommendation and make sure you feel informed and in control throughout care.
Learn more about Dr. Melissa SchollCommon Questions
Men’s Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy FAQs
Is pelvic floor physical therapy only for women?
No. Men have pelvic-floor muscles that contribute to urinary, bowel, sexual and core function.
Can therapy help after prostate surgery?
Yes. Therapy can teach coordination before surgery and progress bladder-control training after catheter removal and surgical clearance.
Can pelvic floor therapy help chronic pelvic pain?
Treatment may address muscle tension, breathing, mobility, bowel and bladder patterns, and graded return to activity.
Is a rectal pelvic floor assessment required?
No. It may provide useful information, but it is optional, explained beforehand and completed only with your consent.
Can therapy help erectile dysfunction?
Pelvic-floor and cardiovascular factors can influence erectile function. Physical therapy may address relevant muscle, breathing and movement factors while coordinating with medical care.
Do you provide in-home therapy for men?
Yes. Visits are private, one-on-one and completed in your home.
Do I need a referral?
Requirements can depend on your surgeon and insurance plan. We can help clarify what is needed before the first appointment.
In-Home Visits
Serving Elmhurst and Nearby Western Suburbs
Private pelvic floor physical therapy is available in Elmhurst, Oak Brook, Hinsdale, Lombard, Villa Park, Bensenville, Westmont, Oakbrook Terrace and Westchester.
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Call 331-243-6513 or start with a free phone consultation.
Take the Next Step With a Personalized Plan
Start with a free 15-minute phone consultation to ask questions and learn what an evaluation may involve.