Perimenopause Transition
Finding Relief During Your Perimenopause Transition
Have you encountered the term “perimenopause”? If not, you’re not alone. Many women use “menopause” to describe the stage leading up to the cessation of ovulation, which is actually called perimenopause. Menopause is a single day in a woman’s life cycle when she has gone 12 months without having a period. Perimenopause, however, is the period when symptoms start to arise as hormones fluctuate in the months or even years leading up to menopause.
What Exactly is Perimenopause?
During the perimenopausal transition, the ovaries gradually produce less estrogen and progesterone — the hormones that regulate menstruation. As your hormone levels rise and fall unevenly, you might experience a variety of symptoms. From hot flashes to sexual discomfort, these symptoms can range from mildly irritating to significantly disruptive. Unfortunately, perimenopause can be challenging to identify, as its symptoms may overlap with other midlife changes or aging processes. For instance, hot flashes, which affect 35% to 50% of perimenopausal women, may be misconstrued as anxiety or stress.
Who Can Benefit From Perimenopause Pelvic Floor Therapy
If you’re a woman over the age of 35 experiencing any of the following, pelvic floor physical therapy can help:
- Hot flashes, night sweats
- Vaginal dryness, irritation, pain
- Involuntary urine leakage
- Bowel urgency or inconsistency
- Constipation
- Painful sexual intercourse
- Pelvic heaviness or pressure
What Are the Benefits of Pelvic Floor Therapy?
Seeking pelvic floor therapy during perimenopause offers many benefits including:
- Restoring Pelvic Floor Strength and Coordination
- Relieving Pain and Discomfort
- Improving Bowel and Bladder Control
- Guiding You Through the Transition
- Preventing Worsening Issues
Beth Kirchner
“Life changing! I have never worked with a team so willing to listen and help me reach my goals, cheering me on the entire way. OBT is a game changer!! Absolutely the best! Small changes = big impacts!! I cannot thank them enough for giving me the tools I needed to improve my physical AND mental well being.”
Polly Berendes
“The team at O’Brien Physical Therapy is knowledgeable, empathetic, and go above and beyond to ensure they are providing exceptional care. I am an active woman in my 40’s – I run about 30 miles a week, bike, and lift weight. I have seen Chelsea and Jill for a variety of things including pelvic health, physical therapy for aches and pains related to running, shoulder and back pain, and runner’s boot camp. Each one goes the extra mile to ensure they understand what my needs are and help me achieve my health goals. I feel so comfortable with anyone at OPT, knowing I will be cared for and able to still do the things I love and remain healthy.”