Condition Pain Condition Benchmarked

Pelvic Floor Dysfunction

Assessment and management of pelvic floor dysfunction including incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse symptoms, and pelvic pain. Covers breathing-pelvic floor coordination, core canister function, and graduated return to impact and load.

Clinical note: Pelvic floor dysfunction carries stigma that prevents many from seeking help. Use clinical language without judgment. Pelvic floor physiotherapy referral is appropriate for persistent symptoms. Exercise can both help and hinder depending on selection.
6
ROM Tests
4
Corrective Priorities
4
Risk Factors
4
Red Flags

Key ROM Tests

1 Diaphragmatic Assessment
2 Pelvic Tilt Classification
3 Hip Internal Rotation
4 Hip External Rotation
5 Thoracic Extension
6 Single Leg Balance

Risk Factors Assessed

Diaphragmatic Assessment
Pelvic Tilt Classification
Hip Internal Rotation
Thoracic Extension

Measuring Progress

Progress varies from person to person, so this protocol promises no date. Each block ends with a re-test of the key assessments, set side by side with your baseline. The numbers show where you are and set the next block.

Frequently Asked Questions

How is pelvic floor dysfunction worked on with exercise?
The assessment finds the driver first. The protocol then orders 4 prioritized corrective interventions and screens for red flags that require medical referral. Progress varies from person to person, so each block ends with a re-test to see where you are.
What assessments are done for pelvic floor dysfunction?
The protocol assesses Diaphragmatic Assessment, Pelvic Tilt Classification, Hip Internal Rotation, Hip External Rotation. Each test identifies the specific driver of the condition, guiding the corrective sequence.
Is pelvic floor dysfunction the same for everyone?
No. The assessment differentiates structural from functional causes and identifies the individual's primary driver. The corrective plan is ordered by priority, with the highest-leverage corrections addressed first.
How do I get started with the Pelvic Floor Dysfunction protocol?
Apply for an assessment through AKMI. Your coach will run the Pelvic Floor Dysfunction protocol as part of your initial structural evaluation, then build a personalized corrective plan based on the findings.

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Your coach runs this protocol as part of your structural evaluation, then builds a personalized corrective plan based on the data.

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Protocol Details

Category
Condition
Subcategory
Pain Condition
ROM Tests
6
Corrective Targets
4
Benchmarked
Yes
Red Flag Screens
4
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