The Pelvic Pain Clinic

20/09/2025

Patients, clinicians and loved ones of patients.
We need change, we need greater support, we need a different model to help support this under recognised population of men. This has gone on for too long now!

18/09/2025

The vast majority of men with CPPS feel isolated in their recovery.
We've been working on something to change that.
For over 20 years, we've helped hundreds of men overcome chronic pelvic pain through our programmes. But we keep hearing the same thing: "What about the time in between? What about when I need support right now?"
Traditional CPPS support often means:
❌ 6-month waiting lists
❌ Expensive one-to-one sessions
❌ Going it alone between appointments
❌ Feeling like you're the only one
Recovery shouldn't be this hard to access.
Something is coming that will change how men with CPPS get the support they need...
What would ideal CPPS support look like for you?

18/09/2025

Are you a man suffering from CPPS or Prostatitis?
A new kind of support is on the horizon. Here at Pelvic Pain Matters, we have been working on something exciting.... details coming soon.
Follow to be the first to find out
Recovery shouldn't feel so isolating. You shouldn't have to navigate this journey alone, waiting months between appointments or programmes, wondering if you're the only one experiencing these symptoms.
What if there was a different way?
What's been your biggest challenge in getting the support you need?
Share in the comments below. 👇

Are you a man suffering from CPPS or Prostatitis?

A new kind of support is on the horizon. Here at Pelvic Pain Matters, we have been working on something exciting.... details coming soon.

Follow to be the first to find out

Recovery shouldn't feel so isolating. You shouldn't have to navigate this journey alone, waiting months between appointments or programmes, wondering if you're the only one experiencing these symptoms.

What if there was a different way?

What's been your biggest challenge in getting the support you need?

Share in the comments below. 👇

22/07/2025

I will be sharing some of the testimonials I have been lucky enough to receive from my patients. It is always incredibly humbling to work with someone who finds them self suffering from pelvic pain:

""I first met up with Karl in early 2020 just before we headed into lockdown and our collective worlds were turned upside down. During our time together, what I grew to value about Karl was the sense of calm that emanated from him in every session, his humour, empathy and ability to be fully alert and present, to actively listen and ask the right questions throughout. Without it ever seeming harsh, there was a rigour and clarity to Karl's approach which was reassuring and helped build trust. He quickly tuned into and responded to my own particular challenges with chronic pelvic pain which likely speaks to his adaptability with every patient and 'no one size fits all' approach. Not only did he provide a wealth of emotional support (especially when you didn't feel like confiding to family and friends) he worked with me to find very practical and empowering ways to help me manage and ease my chronic symptoms over time - and get better. I can't thank Karl enough for his help - especially during the dark days of Covid. No matter what situation I found myself in he would always pull from his sizeable toolkit (built up through years of experience) a strategy to help - whether it be with diet, exercise, mood, managing work, friends, family or the challenges of travel. Karl is a very gifted and experienced practitioner and one of life's healers. For anybody suffering from chronic pelvic pain I would strongly encourage them to get in touch with Karl to help support them on their path to recovery. I couldn't have had a better enabler and guide than Karl to help me on my own personal path."

Nick B

11/06/2025

📝 5-Minute Survey — Ciprofloxacin & Male Pelvic-Pain Experiences
Have you taken ciprofloxacin (or another fluoroquinolone) for prostatitis or pelvic pain?
Whether it helped, caused side-effects, or did a bit of both, your story matters.

Take the anonymous survey here ⬇️
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfY4ZVPFQkPBtC1jL4eSeIJGEFMgo6baDMw8a6pSpU336dUqQ/viewform?usp=dialog

Why we’re asking

Build a clearer picture of real-world benefits and risks
Share balanced evidence with EAU, BAUS, NICE and NIH to guide future care
Who can join?

Men aged 18 +
Pelvic-pain / prostatitis symptoms
Have taken ciprofloxacin or another fluoroquinolone
Your five minutes can help shape better, safer treatment for everyone.
Please consider sharing the link.

28/04/2025

🎉 Thank You! We Hit Our Target – But You Can Still Be Part of This Groundbreaking Research! 🙏

Hey everyone,

We are absolutely thrilled to share that thanks to your incredible support, we have smashed our goal of 300 survey responses! 🚀
Every one of you who took the time to complete the survey, share the link, or encourage others to participate—you are making a real difference in the future of male pelvic pain research.

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you.
Your experiences, your voices, and your willingness to speak up about conditions like chronic pelvic pain, prostatitis, and hard flaccid syndrome are helping to build the knowledge needed for better care, better treatments, and better understanding.

🔬 And the great news? It’s not over yet!
If you haven’t had a chance to complete the survey yet, there’s still time to be part of this important project.
Every additional response will only make the research stronger, deeper, and even more powerful in shaping the future of male pelvic health.

👉 You can still take the anonymous survey here:
https://redcap.aau.dk/surveys/?s=7MDTKM4ANPH3T9YM

🧠 Why keep going?

The more voices, the stronger the evidence.
Help researchers and clinicians truly understand what men with pelvic pain go through.
Be part of a movement breaking the silence around male pelvic pain issues.
💬 Whether you’ve already participated or plan to do so now, know that you are contributing to real, lasting change. This research could help countless men who feel isolated and unheard.
Thank you for being part of something truly groundbreaking.

Let’s keep pushing forward. Together, we are making history. 🙌

Purpose of the Study: We are conducting a study to understand the experiences and impacts of chronic pelvic pain in men. Your participation will help us gain valuable insights that could improve future treatments and support.

31/03/2025

Hey everyone,
If you’re a man who’s dealt with chronic pelvic pain or prostatitis, your experience matters—and we need your help to make a difference in research!
We’re conducting an anonymous survey through Aalborg university, Denmark aimed at gathering real-world insights from men dealing with these conditions. By sharing your story, you'll be contributing valuable data that could help improve future treatments and understanding of chronic pelvic pain/prostatitis.
Why Participate?
Impactful Research: Your input is crucial to advancing research in this underexplored area.
Anonymity Guaranteed: Your responses are completely anonymous.
Quick & Easy: The survey takes just a few minutes to complete.
We’re aiming for at least 300 participants to ensure our study is robust and comprehensive. Every response counts! Can you be one of the 300?
Take the Survey Now:
🔗 https://redcap.aau.dk/surveys/?s=7MDTKM4ANPH3T9YM&fbclid=IwY2xjawJTqptleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHfA_emiNt99z22_cLp_y9dV8QVkeB0WD88sg5fdrNw3q5185ocZwdToUgA_aem_213gnuk39OHUTVVwcjv7ww

Thanks for taking the time to share your experience. Please feel free to share this post with anyone who might qualify. Your participation could help change the future of care for men with chronic pelvic pain and prostatitis!
�Karl Monahan

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Can you help us? Male pelvic pain is poorly understood and we believe it deserves far more attention, understanding, and care than it currently receives.Tim ...

28/03/2025

Hey The Pelvic Pain Clinic
If you’re a man who’s dealt with chronic pelvic pain or prostatitis, your experience matters—and we need your help to make a difference in research!
We’re conducting an anonymous survey through Aalborg university, Denmark aimed at gathering real-world insights from men dealing with these conditions. By sharing your story, you'll be contributing valuable data that could help improve future treatments and understanding of chronic pelvic pain/prostatitis.
Why Participate?
Impactful Research: Your input is crucial to advancing research in this underexplored area.
Anonymity Guaranteed: Your responses are completely anonymous.
Quick & Easy: The survey takes just a few minutes to complete.
We’re aiming for at least 300 participants to ensure our study is robust and comprehensive. Every response counts! Can you be one of the 300?
Take the Survey Now:
🔗 https://redcap.aau.dk/surveys/?s=7MDTKM4ANPH3T9YM&fbclid=IwY2xjawJTqptleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHfA_emiNt99z22_cLp_y9dV8QVkeB0WD88sg5fdrNw3q5185ocZwdToUgA_aem_213gnuk39OHUTVVwcjv7ww
Thanks for taking the time to share your experience. Please feel free to share this post with anyone who might qualify. Your participation could help change the future of care for men with chronic pelvic pain and prostatitis!
�Karl Monahan

24/03/2025

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16/03/2025

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