Anal and/or Rectal Pain (Anismus)
Symptoms include:
- Anal and/or rectal pain, burning, or fullness
- Pain before, during or after a bowel movement
Myofascial trigger points in the anal sphincter and tight levator ani muscles commonly cause anal and/or rectal pain. A history of chronic constipation can cause Pudendal Nerve irritation leading to rectal pain. Surgeries such as sphincterotomies, and hemorroidectomies can lead to scar tissue formation and myofascial trigger points.
Your physical therapist will normalize the tight muscles, tissue and mobility of the Pudendal Nerve and eliminate myofascial trigger points with manual therapy techniques. A home exercise program will be prescribed to you to facilitate recovery and maintain the gains made. Resolution of the musculoskeletal dysfunction will result in the elimination of your symptoms.
Disclaimer: The Pelvic Health and Rehabilitation Center seeks to educate the community on musculoskeletal causes of pelvic pain. Specific medical advice and/or answers to your personal health questions will require a full examination by one of our physical therapists. This website is not intended to be a substitute for a medical evaluation, but rather as an educational resource.