When to refer yourself to pelvic floor therapy

If something feels off, you don’t need to wait for a referral — you need a plan.

Pelvic floor therapy is one of the most powerful tools in modern rehab and recovery — and one of the most misunderstood.

People wait months (or years) thinking their symptoms are “normal” or “not bad enough,” when they could be getting real help from a pelvic health physio.

So let’s clear it up:
You don’t need a doctor’s referral to start pelvic floor therapy.
You just need a body — and a reason to ask, “is this normal?”

At YFS (Your Form Sux), we help people take charge of their pelvic health without shame, guesswork, or gatekeeping.

✅ You Can Refer Yourself If You’re Experiencing:

1. Leaking (any amount, at any time)

• When you cough, sneeze, or laugh
• During running, jumping, or lifting
• On your way to the bathroom (urgency leaks)

👉 Leaking isn’t just “part of being active” or “getting older.” It’s a sign your pelvic floor needs support.

2. Pelvic Pain or Pressure

• Pain during sex or tampon use
• A heavy, dragging feeling in your pelvis
• Tailbone pain or deep hip tension
• Unexplained pain “down there” that comes and goes

👉 You don’t have to wait for a diagnosis. Pain is enough of a reason to get assessed.

3. Constipation or Difficulty Pooping

• Straining every time you go
• Feeling like you can’t fully empty
• Needing to twist, brace, or avoid public bathrooms

👉 Your pelvic floor controls bowel function — and therapy can retrain that system.

4. Diastasis Recti or “Weak Core” After Pregnancy

• That stubborn “pooch” or separation in your abs
• Low back pain or instability
• Feeling like your core isn’t firing right

👉 Pelvic physio doesn’t just target the pelvic floor — it helps rebuild your entire deep core system.

5. Prolapse Symptoms (or Concern)

• A feeling of something “falling” or bulging
• Pressure that worsens with standing or lifting
• Fear around movement or returning to exercise

👉 Pelvic floor therapy is the first line of treatment for mild to moderate prolapse. You don’t have to wait until it’s “bad enough.”

6. Postpartum Recovery (even if it’s been years)

• Whether you delivered vaginally or by C-section
• Whether it’s been 6 weeks or 6 years
• Whether you had complications or not

👉 If you’ve never had your pelvic floor properly assessed after birth — now’s the time.

7. Pre/Post-Surgery Prep

• Before or after hysterectomy, prolapse repair, or gender-affirming procedures
• To support recovery, reduce scar tissue, and restore function

👉 Pelvic floor physio can prevent complications and speed up post-op healing.

8. No Symptoms — Just Want a Check-In

• You’re active and want to train smarter
• You’re planning to get pregnant and want to prepare
• You’re a coach or professional who wants to better understand your own body

👉 Preventative pelvic floor therapy is a thing — and it’s smart.

❌ You Don’t Need:

• A doctor’s referral
• A diagnosis
• A “bad enough” problem
• A full bladder or a list of symptoms

You just need curiosity, a goal, or a hunch that something could work better.

Final Word: Trust Your Gut. Book the Session.

Pelvic floor issues are common, not normal — and they’re not something you just have to live with.

At YFS, we make pelvic health care modern, approachable, and results-driven. Whether you’re recovering from birth, dealing with pressure, leaking, pain, or just want to feel strong again — we’ve got you.

Wondering if pelvic physio is right for you?
Book a Pelvic Floor Movement Assessment with a YFS therapist and let’s figure it out — no referrals, no shame, just answers.