Chronic pelvic pain syndrome (chronic prostatitis)
CPPS can be challenging to diagnose and treat, because causes and treatment approaches are not always clear-cut.
Many seek solutions without finding the right help
Men who suffer from CPPS often search for a lot of information online, as the symptoms can be very debilitating and affect both daily life and sexual function. Many unfortunately receive incorrect or incomplete guidance on pelvic floor training, because most of the research has been carried out on women. The exercises are often not adapted to the male anatomy or the specific challenges of CPPS, which often involve overactivity in the muscles, whereas women often have weak muscles as the main problem.
Overactive pelvic floor muscles can lead to:
- Pain and discomfort in the pelvis and lower abdomen
- Difficulty urinating and reduced control
- Inhibition of erection and reduced erection quality
This can create a negative spiral, where both physical and sexual function are weakened further, and the right guidance and targeted treatment become decisive for improvement.
Focused shockwave treatment for CPPS
Focused shockwave therapy has shown promising results in non-bacterial chronic prostatitis and CPPS. The treatment:
Stimulates nerve pathways and tissue in the pelvic area Reduces pain and tension in muscles and connective tissue Can give considerable improvement after as little as 4 weeks with 6–12 treatments
Benefits of shockwave treatment include:
Reduction of pain and discomfort in the pelvic area Better muscle balance and relaxation in the pelvic floor Improved quality of life and daily function
A holistic and individually adapted course of treatment
Our course of treatment combines medical treatment with targeted muscle training and guidance, and consists of:
1. Thorough examination – mapping of symptoms, muscle tension and any underlying factors.
2. Ultrasound guidance – ensures precise training of the pelvic floor muscles, so that contraction and relaxation are performed correctly with a focus on normalising the tension level.
3. Focused shockwave treatment – targeted treatment of pain points and tense muscles to stimulate regeneration and pain relief.
4. Home training programme – guided pelvic floor training with correct performance of contraction and relaxation exercises, individually adapted based on ultrasound observations.
5. Follow-up and evaluation – the effect is assessed continuously, and treatment and training are adjusted for optimal improvement.
Through this holistic programme, the body learns to reduce tension, normalise function and relieve pain.
Book an appointment with our specialist
Do you have questions or want a course of treatment for CPPS? Contact our urological physiotherapist and shockwave specialist Kasper S. Kierkegaard on telephone 98608912, or book a “Urologisk 1.gangstime” (urological first appointment) via “Book appointment” at the top of the page.
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