Pelvic & Perineal Rehabilitation
Pelvic and perineal rehabilitation is a branch of physiotherapy that requires post-graduate education. It involves physical methods of strengthening and/or relaxing the pelvic floor muscles to enhance core stability and control over urination and bowel movement, ameliorate sexual function and organ support. The treatment also entails addressing the patient’s posture, breathing and lifestyle habits, which can play major roles and contribute to pelvic dysfunction.
From incontinence to uterus prolapse, rectum and anus-related problems, constipation, painful sexual intercourse or interstitial cystitis, there is growing evidence that pelvic floor physiotherapy is effective in treatment of these conditions.
Azita Papaie has treated numerous patients suffering from pelvic and perineal dysfunction through myofascial release techniques, pelvic floor massage, specific exercise routines, as well as advice on fitness routine and lifestyle changes.
Her unique trauma oriented approach involves educating and empowering patients throughout all stages of their lives, through young adulthood, pregnancy, postpartum, menopause, pre/post surgery and pelvic pain.
Pelvic floor physiotherapy requires an internal and external pelvic exam to evaluate and correct pelvic floor imbalances. In certain cases, exclusive external pelvic exams and treatment are proven to be efficient and effective.
Azita is a top notch physiotherapist. I always leave her practice feeling so much better. She’s attentive, thorough and very knowledgeable. She takes the time to explain what is happening and follows every treatment with excellent guidance of at -home exercise. My whole family has used her at one time or another for rehabilitation of broken bones to chronic aches and pains.I truly cannot recommend Azita enough!
Azita is an amazing physio! She's extremely professional and knowledgeable! ( I wish I could give 10/5 stars here! ) She really helped me with my shoulder and back pain, she's also very warm and caring, I enjoyed talking with her very much. Highly recommended!
I have been a client of Azita Papaie for over ten years. If there were more than five stars I would be giving them to her. She is professional, extremely knowledgeable, empathetic, and meticulous in her treatment of her clients and their physio needs. Her follow-up is appreciated and above all, her smile that greats you at each appointment is the perfect start to each session.
Azita is an amazing physiotherapist. She is extremely knowledgeable about the body and what it needs to feel better. When I was having extreme pain in my shoulder from a bad fall, she was able to get rid of the pain with manipulation and massage. She is also a very warm person and I enjoyed our conversations very much. I highly recommend her!
Azita is the best physio you can find. She is very professional and extremely good at what she does. I feel a lot better after each visit. She's been very helpful with my back pain.
Azita is amazing! She is very professional and helped turn my TMJ into something controllable. She not only treats the problem during session, but she also gives you take home exercises so that you can help yourself as well. Would definitely recommend!
I have been going to Azita for a couple of years now for back , shoulder and knee problems . She is very knowledgeable , professional & a life saver ! She never failed to enhance my quality of life and I cannot thank her enough . I never hesitated to refer to her friends & acquaintances , knowing that she will be part of the solution .
Great first session! Azita is warm and knowledgeable. She was able to put me at ease and get me back on track after serious ankle surgery. I highly recommend.
Azita is an excellent physio who is extremely knowledgeable and professional. She is thorough when doing the assessment and takes the time to listen. Her treatment along with prescribed exercises, stretches and teach me how to practice good form were extremely helpful in getting back on track for my right shoulder a few years ago. I am back for my left shoulder and I am confident she will do the same. I highly recommend Azita.
‘I highly recommend Azita. Her eagle-eye and expertise in diagnosis are second-to-none. She has successfully helped me and other family members through a number of different issues over the years and this has brought great relief.’
Azita is amazing. I have gone through many therapists in the last 30 years to help me with pain in my back and legs, but the pain kept always coming back. I met her in 2016 and have been her client since. I worked with her for my back and hips problems, and she was able to identify and help me correct the root problems, instead of only prescribing the usual stretching exercises.She has a holistic approach that look at all the body rather than focusing on where the pain is located. In addition, she ensures i have the tools to heal my body rather than requesting i keep coming back for more visits.Azita is a lifelong learner. Over the years, i saw firsthand how she keeps learning and adding more tools and techniques to help her clients. I benefited greatly from her expertise and competence. I would highly recommend her services.
Azita is both personable and professional. I've had a couple different types of pain in different parts of my body from repetitive and long term stressors and weakness. All of it is massively better since seeing her. More than I thought possible. The nature and location of some pains are vulnerable/sensitive but Azita made me feel at ease right away by communicating clearly and respectfully before and throughout. As well as effectively relieving the pain.
I have been working with Azita over 10 years ago, and have benefited a lot from her knowledge base, open mindedness, and positive-practical approach to health. Her end goal was always to support my physical health towards enjoying the activities that I was eager, but often hesitant, to lean into. Her hands on approach has been helpful over the years. I also appreciate her diagnostic skills, her ability to listen, always giving practical suggestions towards the betterment of my overall strength and health.
Intuitive and experienced Azita found my injury and used her knowledge to treat the source not the symptom which was buried in the absence of use of muscles around the problem due to occupation and posture.Honestly she saved me from cortisone shots which would have eventually harmed my tissues and cartilage. I went from severe reduced mobility to about 95 percent. Mostly, because I’m not as diligent with my exercises :).She is really understated and modest. I highly recommend her for anyone needing Physio and specialized massage. She’s an excellent diagnostician.
PELVIC FLOOR CONDITIONS TREATED BY PHYSIOTHERAPY
Some of the common medical diagnoses that have been known to involve pelvic floor dysfunction in women and can be treated in physiotherapy are:
- Urine or stool incontinence as well as urinary urgency and/or frequency,
- Coccyx pain,
- Interstitial cystitis,
- Urinary tract infection resistant to antibiotics,
- Irritable bowel syndrome,
- Lichen sclerosus,
- Pelvic organ prolapse,
- Constipation.
PAIN MANAGEMENT THROUGH PELVIC & PERINEAL REHABILITATION
Pelvic and perineal rehabilitation significantly contributes to effective pain management for various pelvic floor dysfunctions. Chronic pelvic pain, coccyx pain, interstitial cystitis, pain related to sexual intercourse, and bowel disorders can profoundly affect quality of life.
Using specialized myofascial release techniques, targeted pelvic floor massage, personalized therapeutic exercises, and posture adjustments, physiotherapy provides substantial relief by addressing the root causes of pain rather than simply masking symptoms. Techniques employed by Azita Papaie emphasize gentle, trauma-informed care that acknowledges both physical and psychological components of chronic pelvic pain.
LOOKING FOR A PELVIC FLOOR PhysiotherapIST NEAR SAINT-HENRI?
Azita Physio is conveniently located at 3287 boul. St-Jacques West, 2 minutes away from the Lionel-Groulx metro station and close to the Atwater Market, downtown Montreal, Westmount and Little Burgundy.