Pelvic Floor Therapy for Men: Recovery After Prostate Surgery 

Many men don’t realise that pelvic floor therapy isn’t just for women. After prostate surgery, it can be one of the most important steps in your recovery.

Whether you’ve recently had a prostatectomy or are supporting someone who has, understanding how pelvic floor physiotherapy can aid recovery is key to regaining strength, control, and quality of life.

Why Pelvic Floor Health Matters After Prostate Surgery

The prostate sits just below the bladder and plays a role in urinary control. When it's surgically removed, the surrounding structures, including the pelvic floor muscles can be weakened or disrupted.

This often leads to issues like:

  • Urinary incontinence (especially during exercise, coughing or laughing)
  • Erectile dysfunction
  • Bladder urgency or frequency

These symptoms are common, but they don’t have to be permanent. That’s where pelvic floor therapy comes in.

How Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy Helps

At Inform Physio, we offer men’s pelvic health physiotherapy tailored specifically to prostate surgery recovery. Our team understands the unique challenges men face and works with you to:

  • Re-activate and strengthen your pelvic floor muscles
  • Improve bladder control after prostate surgery
  • Support erectile function by enhancing pelvic circulation and muscle response
  • Educate you on lifestyle, breathing and posture changes that support recovery

Many men feel more confident and in control after just a few sessions.

What to Expect in a Session

Your initial consult involves a detailed assessment of:

  • Current bladder and bowel habits
  • Surgical history
  • Functional pelvic floor muscle control

Our physiotherapists may use real-time ultrasound (non-invasive) to show you how your pelvic floor muscles are working, and to guide targeted exercises.

Treatment then focuses on:

Evidence-Based Results

Research shows that pelvic floor physio after prostate surgery significantly reduces the severity and duration of incontinence. Early intervention often leads to faster improvements in:
  • Bladder control
  • Confidence and independence
  • Intimacy and sexual function
In short: pelvic floor therapy can change your recovery trajectory.

Why Choose Inform Physio

We are one of the few Melbourne clinics with a dedicated focus on male pelvic floor physiotherapy. Our team includes men’s health physiotherapists in Fairfield and Carlton, trained in the latest post-prostatectomy recovery protocols.

  • Private, respectful and professional care
  • Tailored recovery programs — no one-size-fits-all
  • Long-term support, education and communication with your broader healthcare team

Book an Appointment

If you're looking for trusted post-prostatectomy pelvic floor care, we're here to help. Whether you’re weeks or months post-op, it's never too early (or too late) to start.

Explore pelvic health physiotherapy services, meet our team, or get in touch to book a confidential assessment.

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