NAVIGATING SEX AFTER PROSTATE CANCER
Sex after prostate cancer treatment can be a goal for some men and not a priority for others, but recovery is all connected.
Join Dr. William Mills, PT, DPT, and Pelvic health expert Dr. Susie Gronski, PT, DPT for a deep dive into male pelvic & sexual health post-prostate cancer.
Reframing Sex Post-Prostatectomy
I’m not going to sugarcoat it: things are different than they were, but your capacity for pleasure is limitless! Connect with your pleasure rather than the performance. While using something new to help you get erect may seem unfamiliar, getting comfortable with it is only a temporary hurdle. Once you’re comfortable, you’re free to keep swinging.
Strategies For Getting Hard
At this phase, you want to focus on blood flow. Tools like the penis pump, medications like Cialis or Viagra, and techniques like physical touch can help you get and maintain an erection. But remember: it’s not just starting in the body, you also need to get your brain involved and retrain your neural pathways with mental arousal.
Your Concerns Are Interconnected
Recovery is a package deal. There’s research that supports using a penis pump can improve urinary incontinence. Focusing on all things that have changed will bring your recovery faster and farther.
How Pelvic Floor Therapy Can Help
Pelvic floor therapists think outside the box, considering your personal experiences, physical health, a hands-on exam, and what matters to you most. We look to see what treatments are on the table for you and which to try first. Everyone is unique and some particular modalities or treatments may be more or less beneficial for some.
This information is not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a healthcare professional with any questions you may have regarding treatment, medications/supplements, or any medical diagnoses. This information is intended for educational purposes only and is in no way to substitute the advice of a licensed healthcare professional.
