Pelvic Floor Dysfunction and POTS

GI symptoms, pain clues, and why a consult matters In this episode of Let’s Talk About the POTS Life, we break down the connection between POTS and pelvic floor dysfunction and why it’s often overlooked. We cover common “beige flags” like GI issues (IBS, bloating, constipation/diarrhea cycles, gastroparesis), bladder symptoms (chronic UTIs, straining to pee), and unexplained pelvic or low back pain. We also touch on tension patterns (like teeth grinding) and conditions like endometriosis and hypermobility. This episode highlights how pelvic floor therapy can fit into a bigger picture approach alongside POTS care, GI support, and mental health. If you feel like your symptoms aren’t fully adding up, this might be a missing piece. Episode breakdown: 00:00 Pelvic Floor Meets POTS 00:40 Why They Overlap 02:09 GI Red Flags Explained 03:59 Tension and Constipation Cycle 05:13 Movement and Digestion Tips 06:45 UTIs and Peeing Strain 09:03 Pain, Endo, and Hypermobility 11:06 Consults and Team Approach 13:02 Finding the Right PT 14:10 Program Modifications Together 14:50 Wrap Up