09/30/2025
Get Here, Get Better BLOG: Hypertonic Pelvic Floor Dysfunction
Do you experience pelvic pain, difficulty with bowel or bladder function, or discomfort during s*x? These could be signs of a tight pelvic floor, also called hypertonic pelvic floor dysfunction. While this condition is commonly associated with women who are pregnant or postpartum, it can affect anyone, including men of all ages.
The pelvic floor is a group of muscles that support your bladder, bowel, and reproductive organs at the base of your pelvis. Like any other muscle in your body, these muscles can become overworked (fatigued) or overly tight. When this happens, it’s known as hypertonic pelvic floor dysfunction.
Having a tight pelvic floor often presents a variety of symptoms that can vary from person to person. Some of the most common signs include:
✅ Pelvic pain or pressure: Persistent pain or tightness in the pelvic region, often described as heaviness or cramping.
✅ Urinary issues: Difficulty starting or stopping urination, frequent urges to urinate, or pain during urination.
✅ Bowel problems: Constipation, straining, or pain during bowel movements.
✅ Painful in*******se: Discomfort or pain during or after s*xual activity.
✅ Lower back pain: Pain that stems from tight pelvic floor muscles and radiates to the lower back.
✅ Difficulty sitting: Prolonged sitting may increase discomfort in the pelvic region.
If you’re dealing with the frustrating and often painful symptoms of hypertonic pelvic floor muscles, relief is within reach. Addressing the condition intentionally can significantly improve your comfort and quality of life—but the key is taking that first step toward treatment.
At Excel Rehab & Sports, our team of compassionate physical therapists specializes in treating hypertonic pelvic floor dysfunction and are here to help you regain control and feel more like yourself again.
Schedule a FREE SCREEN or initial evaluation today in our Seneca or Clemson office at (864) 654-2001.
Learn more at https://excelrehabsports.com/how-to-treat-hypertonic-pelvic-floor-symptoms/.
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