If you’ve been dealing with persistent low back or hip pain that just won’t go away, the problem might not be where you think it is. A weak pelvic floor is a common but often overlooked cause of these issues.
Your pelvic floor does more than support your bladder and bowel—it’s an essential part of your core. When it’s not functioning properly, your lower back and hips often bear the burden, leading to discomfort and even chronic pain.
How Your Pelvic Floor Affects Your Back and Hips
Core Instability:
The pelvic floor is part of your “core canister,” working with your diaphragm, transverse abdominis (deep abs), and multifidus (spinal stabilizers) to support your spine. If your pelvic floor is weak, the entire system becomes unstable, leading to low back pain.
Overcompensation:
When your pelvic floor isn’t pulling its weight, other muscles—like those in your lower back and hips—step in to compensate. Over time, this overuse can cause tension, tightness, and pain.
Pelvic Misalignment:
A weak pelvic floor can lead to pelvic instability, which throws off the alignment of your hips and spine. This misalignment creates strain and discomfort in surrounding areas.
The Connection Between Pelvic Floor, Low Back, and Hip Pain
Lower Back Pain:
The pelvic floor acts like a hammock, stabilizing your pelvis and supporting your spine. Weakness in these muscles often leads to poor posture and stress on the lower back.
Hip Pain: Tightness in the pelvic floor can pull on the hips, while instability can lead to imbalances that cause hip discomfort.
How to Address Pelvic Floor Weakness
The good news? Pelvic floor weakness is treatable! Targeted exercises, breathing techniques, and manual therapy can restore strength and balance.
At Live Well, we specialize in assessing and treating pelvic floor dysfunction. We can guide you through an individualized program to relieve pain and improve function.
Take the First Step Today!
Don’t let back or hip pain hold you back any longer. Schedule a consultation with us today to address the root cause and get back to doing what you love—pain-free.
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