Healing Starts Day One: Why Pelvic Floor Therapy Matters Before and After a Hysterectomy
At Health Elevated, I work with many women preparing for or recovering from hysterectomy — and what I hear most often is this:
"I wish someone had told me what to expect."
Hysterectomy is major surgery. It affects more than just the uterus — it impacts your core, pelvic floor, fascia, bladder, bowel function, and overall sense of stability. And yet, many women are told to simply “rest” and wait six weeks for the all-clear.
Here’s the truth: you can start healing from Day One.
You just need the right tools, knowledge, and support.
🌿 Prehab: Preparing Your Body for Surgery
Doing a few targeted pelvic health sessions before surgery is one of the best ways to support your recovery. Together, we’ll focus on:
360 breathing to connect to your deep core and nervous system
Learning gentle movement and body awareness strategies
Preparing your pelvic floor for changes in pressure, positioning, and activity
Understanding your anatomy so you can feel more confident post-op
Surgery is easier to recover from when your body feels prepared — and when you understand what’s happening inside.
🛌 Post-Op Recovery Starts Early — Not Just at the 6-Week Mark
Many women are told to do nothing until their 6-week follow-up. But this can leave you feeling anxious, disconnected, and unsure what’s “safe.”
Pelvic floor therapy doesn’t mean jumping into intense exercise — it means meeting your body where it’s at, even on Day One.
We can begin with:
Breathwork to reduce pain, promote circulation, and calm your nervous system
Gentle positioning and movement to avoid stiffness and constipation
Scar awareness and soft touch to prevent adhesions
Education so you know what’s normal, what’s not, and how to support yourself in real time
Then, once cleared by your provider for internal work, we can progress to:
Internal and external scar tissue mobilization
Pelvic floor strengthening and lengthening
Core and posture retraining
Addressing intimacy, bladder leakage, heaviness, or any discomfort
💡 Avoid the Fear, Embrace the Healing
When you understand what’s happening in your body, you stop waiting in fear — and start healing with intention.
Pelvic floor therapy after hysterectomy isn’t just about recovery. It’s about reconnection. Rebuilding trust in your body. Feeling strong, supported, and whole again.
Whether your surgery is coming up or happened years ago, I’d love to help you move forward with clarity and care.
You don’t have to figure it out alone.
Let’s heal from the inside out.
Contact us to schedule your evaluation through the website or by calling 269-262-1403.
