Sep 1, 2023
Prostate cancer patients face a multitude of challenges post-treatment. From incontinence to erectile dysfunction, the journey to recovery can be daunting, and finding the right prostate cancer pelvic floor therapist for you becomes paramount.
In a special 4-part series featuring Dr. William Mills PT, DPT and Dr. Susie Gronski, PT, DPT we delve into insights and solutions centered on the treatment and rehabilitation of men's pelvic and sexual health following prostate cancer.
Dr. William Mills, PT, DPT is a physical therapist who specializes in male pelvic rehabilitation, particularly post-prostatectomy and chronic pelvic pain. With a forte in manual therapy and corrective exercises, he enhances outcomes, enabling men to regain urinary control, bowel function, erectile function, and overcome pain. Together with his colleagues at Alinea Performance, he is committed to assisting men of all ages in enhancing their quality of life.
Our episode covers topics including:
00:00 Introduction
00:35 Prostate cancer journey
01:04 How to find a male pelvic health physical therapist
02:04 Post prostate cancer treatment in Baton-Rouge Louisiana
03:34 Pioneers in the male pelvic health space
04:00 Treatment plans post-prostatectomy
04:58 Early warning signs and rehabilitation for prostate
cancer
05:56 The Prosfit app for post-prostate cancer treatment
07:52 How prostate cancer symptoms affect daily life
**Need for More Expert Male Pelvic Health Therapists:**
Everyone has a pelvic floor, including you, and it plays a pivotal role in concerns such as erectile dysfunction and urinary incontinence. Unfortunately, due to societal stigmas and narrowly focused marketing, there's a disconnect in the availability of pelvic health therapists specializing in men's care. Addressing this educational and accessibility gap is crucial for providing comprehensive healthcare to those who need it most.
**Leading Voices in Care for Male Pelvic Health:**
Dr. Susie G and Dr. Jo Milios are at the forefront of efforts to educate both patients like you and physicians about male pelvic health while improving access to necessary care. Dr. Susie is the founder of a pelvic and sexual health clinic exclusively for men, serving patients in-person in Asheville, North Carolina and globally online. Her clinic brings together the expertise of pelvic floor physical therapy, pelvic floor occupational therapy, nutrition, sex therapy and mental health. Meanwhile, Dr. Milios's research promotes sexual recovery and continence control through tailored pelvic rehabilitation using pelvic specific exercises for men and therapeutic ultrasound for Peyronie’s Disease that can be adopted to improve therapeutic outcomes post prostatectomy.
**Confronting Chronic Challenges in Post-Prostate Cancer Care:**
Issues accompanying prostate cancer, such as erectile dysfunction and urinary incontinence, can severely hinder your quality of life. These conditions extend beyond physical repercussions, also taxing mental and emotional health. It's essential to understand that for many who have accepted these issues as the new norm, there are avenues to alleviate or even completely overcome these concerns.
RESOURCES:
Free sex and pelvic pain resources https://drsusieg.com/resources
Online Pelvic Pain Relief Program for Men https://drsusieg.com/pelvic-pain-in-men-online-program
CONNECT WITH DR. WILLIAM MILLS:
Website: www.alineaperformance.com
Instagram and Facebook: docmills.dpt
Twitch: docmillsdpt
CONNECT WITH ME (DR. SUSIE) AND TEAM:
Website: https://drsusieg.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.susieg/
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Disclaimer:
This information is not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a healthcare professional with any questions you may have regarding treatment, medications/supplements, or any medical diagnoses. This information is intended for educational purposes only and is in no way to substitute the advice of a licensed healthcare professional.
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