Pelvic Floor Therapy for Endometriosis Pain Relief
Living With Endometriosis: How Pelvic Floor Therapy Supports Healing
Living with endometriosis can be very painful - and isolating. You don't have to navigate it alone, though. At Chicago Mama Physical Therapy in Barrington, IL, we specialize in working with women with endometriosis through gentle, whole-body pelvic floor therapy. We help you find relief and reconnect with your body by addressing muscle tension, inflammation, and movement patterns.
What is Perimenopause?
Perimenopause is the body’s natural transition toward menopause — and it can show up in all sorts of ways. You might notice changes in your menstrual cycle, like differences in flow, timing, or how long your period lasts. This stage can last anywhere from a few years to up to a decade (though most women experience it for about 3–4 years).
What is Endometriosis?
Endometriosis is a condition where tissue similar to the lining of the uterus starts growing outside of it — most commonly on the ovaries, fallopian tubes, or other areas within the pelvis. In some cases, it can even extend beyond the pelvic organs.
Just like the uterine lining, this tissue responds to hormonal changes during your menstrual cycle — thickening, breaking down, and bleeding each month. The difference is that this tissue has nowhere to go, which can lead to inflammation, irritation, and the formation of scar tissue or adhesions that cause pelvic organs to stick together.
For many people, endometriosis brings significant pain — especially around menstruation — and it can sometimes affect fertility. The good news? With the right treatment and support, it’s possible to manage symptoms, reduce pain, and improve your quality of life.
Common Symptoms Include:
Pelvic pain before or during your period
Pain with intercourse
Painful bowel movements or urination
Bloating or digestive discomfort
Fatigue or low back pain
How Endometriosis Affects the Pelvic Floor
Endometriosis can affect the pelvic floor by causing chronic pain and inflammation, which often lead the pelvic muscles to tighten or “guard” in response. Over time, this tension can create symptoms like pelvic pain, pain with intercourse, constipation, or urinary urgency. Scar tissue and adhesions can also limit how the pelvic organs move, adding to discomfort.
How Pelvic Floor Therapy Can Help With Endometriosis
Pelvic floor therapy for endometriosis focuses on reducing tension, improving mobility, and helping the body move and function with less pain. Treatment may include:
Manual therapy: gentle internal and external work to release tight muscles and improve circulation
Myofascial release: soft-tissue techniques to address scar tissue and adhesions
Breathing and relaxation strategies: to downtrain an overactive pelvic floor
Posture and movement work: to reduce strain on the pelvis and spine
Home exercises: stretches and strengthening for long-term support
Still have questions about what to expect in a pelvic floor physical therapy session? Check out this blog post.
What to Expect at Chicago Mama Physical Therapy
At Chicago Mama Physical Therapy, we do not believe you need to live with pain. We want to empower you to say YES to taking care of yourself and join you on your journey towards healing.
What you’ll experience at Chicago Mama Physical Therapy:
Dedicated attention for one-on-one sessions that last one hour and you will never be handed off to an aide
Treatment in the privacy and comfort of a tranquil private treatment room rather than a busy physical therapy gym
You will always be seen by the same physical therapist instead of seeing different practitioners each visit
Your therapist is specialized in the field of pelvic health and pregnancy/postpartum physical therapy
We will treat you as a whole person looking not only at your pelvis but the rest of you with a focus on helping you understand and prioritize your goals
We will provide a road map to reach your goals successfully; we’ll get there together!
Next Steps for Healing
If you're ready to take the next step in managing endometriosis pain, we're here for you. Schedule your free discovery call today to learn how pelvic floor therapy for endometriosis can support you on your healing journey.
If you’re in Barrington, IL or the surrounding Northwest suburbs, visit chicagomamapt.com/contact or call 312.554.5146.