pelvic floor

The last installment in a series on the physical effects of sexual trauma. To conclude the series, we’re talking about talking: namely, how to talk with sexual partners about any physical effects that you have experienced as a survivor of sexual trauma.

My brain was ready, but my body was not. As sweetly as possible, my boyfriend said the words that would change my life: “I think we should call it a night, and you should take some time to figure out what’s going on down there.”

In this third installment of this series, we hear from a survivor who developed substantial physical concerns after her trauma experiences. Kayla* is a survivor of multiple episodes of sexual trauma, and she has undergone extensive care for her post-traumatic symptoms.

The non-relaxing pelvic floor is one of the most common problems that pelvic health physical therapists see. Fortunately, there’s a lot that can be done to help!