One-on-one men’s pelvic health physical therapy for erectile dysfunction, leaking after prostate surgery, pelvic pain, and bowel problems, with Dr. Tyler Uttech and Dr. Michal Czesny.
Most men never say “pelvic floor.” They say things like:
If any of those sound familiar, men’s pelvic health physical therapy may be the missing piece. It is now available at both Free Body locations, and in Illinois, most patients can book an evaluation without a physician referral.
Men’s Pelvic Health Conditions We Treat
Everyone has a pelvic floor. In men, these muscles support the bladder and bowel, help control continence, and play a role in sexual function. When they are weak, overly tight, or poorly coordinated, the symptoms can show up in ways that seem unrelated.
Erectile Dysfunction
Trouble getting or keeping an erection, or erections that are not as firm as they used to be.
Ejaculatory Disorders
Finishing too fast, taking too long to finish, or pain or burning with ejaculation.
Prostatectomy Care
Leaking when you stand up, cough, sneeze, or lift after prostate surgery, or still needing pads.
Constipation
Straining, feeling blocked, or feeling like you cannot empty all the way.
Fecal Incontinence
Bowel accidents, leaking stool, or trouble controlling gas.
Pudendal Neuralgia
Burning or stabbing pain between the legs that is worse when sitting and eases when you stand or lie down.
Genital Pain
Testicle, scrotum, penis, or groin pain, including burning with urination when tests come back negative.
Tailbone Pain (Coccydynia)
Pain when sitting or leaning back in a chair, or when moving from sitting to standing.
When Your Tests Come Back Normal
Many men with pelvic pain, urinary symptoms, or sexual dysfunction have been told their tests are normal, or that it is prostatitis, and treated with antibiotics that did not help. Pelvic health physical therapy looks at something those tests do not: how the muscles of the pelvic floor are working.
If Kegels made your symptoms worse, that is useful information too. Some men need to learn to relax the pelvic floor, not strengthen it, and a proper evaluation shows which one you need.
Meet Your Physical Therapists
Dr. Tyler Uttech
Physical therapist at Free Body, now providing men’s pelvic health physical therapy.
Dr. Michal Czesny
Physical therapist at Free Body, now providing men’s pelvic health physical therapy.
We know these are not easy things to bring up. Every visit is a full 45 minutes, one-on-one with your physical therapist, never an aide or a technician, so you can talk through what is going on without being rushed. Men’s care is one part of Free Body’s pelvic floor physical therapy services in Chicago.
What to Expect at Your First Visit
Your first appointment is a full 45-minute, one-on-one evaluation: a detailed history, a movement and strength assessment, and hands-on treatment when appropriate. You will leave with a working diagnosis and a clear plan.
Available at Both Chicago Locations
Men’s Pelvic Health PT FAQs
Do men really have a pelvic floor?
Yes. Everyone has a pelvic floor, the group of muscles at the base of the pelvis that supports the bladder and bowel, helps control continence, and plays a role in sexual function.
Can physical therapy help with leaking after prostate surgery?
Yes. Prostatectomy care is a core part of men’s pelvic health physical therapy at Free Body, including leaking when you stand, cough, sneeze, or lift.
Which location offers men’s pelvic health PT?
Both. Men’s pelvic health physical therapy is available at our Division Street clinic and our Belmont Avenue clinic.
Do I need a referral?
Most patients do not need a referral to book an evaluation. Illinois is a direct access state, which means patients with commercial insurance plans like Blue Cross Blue Shield and Aetna, as well as cash-pay patients, can schedule directly. Medicare has specific requirements for physician involvement in your care, so if you have Medicare, please call us, and we will walk you through what is needed for your visits to be covered.
Is it covered by insurance?
We are in-network with Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, and Medicare. Call either location, and we will verify your benefits before your first visit.
Book Your Pelvic Health Evaluation
One-on-one, 45-minute care at Division Street or Belmont Avenue. Most patients can schedule directly, and we will verify your insurance before your first visit.