Physiotherapy for painful periods in Valencia
Being told that periods just hurt is not an answer. We assess your pelvis and muscles and work so that pain takes up less space in your life.
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What dysmenorrhea is
Dysmenorrhea is pain during menstruation. It is usually felt in the lower belly and can spread to the lower back or legs. If you have to put your life on hold every month, it is worth getting it checked.
Types of dysmenorrhea
- Primary. It appears without an illness to explain it, usually from your first periods.
- Secondary. It is linked to a cause, such as endometriosis. That’s why it’s important to be assessed by a gynecologist.
How it relates to the pelvic floor
When pain recurs every month, the pelvic muscles tend to protect themselves and tense up. That tension can keep the pain going and cause discomfort outside your period too.
“Just because it's common doesn't mean you have to put up with it”
How we treat painful periods
We check your pelvis, pelvic floor, abdomen and lower back, and talk about your cycle.
Techniques to reduce tension in the pelvic floor, the pelvic ligaments and the diaphragm.
You learn to release your pelvic and abdominal muscles.
Exercises and pelvic mobility so the area doesn’t become stiff.
We give you simple tools for the most painful days.
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When to see a gynecologist
If the pain makes you miss work or classes, gets worse over time, doesn’t improve with medication or comes with pain during sex or heavy bleeding, make an appointment with your gynecologist. Physiotherapy adds to their treatment and does not replace it.
What do we work on in physiotherapy for painful periods?
Physiotherapy acts on the muscular and mobility side of the pain. We also teach you tools so you know what to do when those days come.
Reducing pelvic and abdominal tension.
Breathing and relaxation.
Mobility of the pelvis and lower back.
Tools for painful days.
Your journey at the clinic starts like this
STEP 1.
Initial assessment
All patients start with an initial one-to-one session.
- We analyze your case in depth.
- We carry out the necessary examination.
- We explain what is happening and why.
- We design a personalized treatment plan.
- All with no further commitment.
STEP 2.
STEP 3.
Follow-up and progress
Your process doesn’t end after one session. It evolves with you.
- We regularly reassess your progress.
- We adjust the plan when necessary.
- You can combine one-to-one and group sessions depending on your progress.
Frequently asked questions
If you’re asking yourself these questions, you’re not the only one. Here we answer them clearly.
Some discomfort is common, but pain that stops you living normally should be checked.
It could, which is why it’s important to be assessed by a gynecologist. If it’s already confirmed, we can help you too.
Yes. Gentle movement usually helps, adapted to how you feel.
It depends on what is planned for that day. Check with Ágata beforehand and we’ll find the best option.
It depends on each woman. We usually assess progress over several cycles.
It depends on each patient: your starting point, whether there is a deeper injury or condition, and how committed you are to the exercises at home. After the first session we decide on the right treatment. If you need individual follow-up, most people notice an improvement with a first pack of 5 sessions. From there, if you follow the guidelines at home, you may only need to come back for occasional check-ups. If there is a deeper injury, you may need to go beyond that first pack.