PT for Your ED Part 2: Donna Lee and Dr. Treadway Discuss Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy for Erectile Dysfunction

Thanks for tuning in to the Armor Men’s Health Hour Podcast today, where we bring you the latest and greatest in urology care and the best urology humor out there.In this segment, Donna Lee is joined by NAU Urology Specialists' wonderful pelvic floor physical therapist, Dr. Angela Treadway for Part 2 of a previous podcast, "PT for Your ED: Dr. Angela Treadway Discusses Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy and Erectile Dysfunction" (aired 8.8.20).  Dr. Treadway explains what a pelvic floor physical therapist does and some of the many benefits male urology patients can gain from PT. In particular, Dr. Treadway explains how erectile dysfunction can be treated through physical therapy. She points out that in order for the erectile tissues to engorge, the musculature around those tissues have to be loose enough to allow the blood to flow, but not so loose that the tissues empty prematurely. Using biofeedback monitors, Dr. Treadway helps "coach" patients to do exercises that improve the function of affected musculature and thereby improve "game performance" in the bedroom. There is also a cognitive component that can affect blood flow--when the brain and body go into "fight-or-flight" mode, blood is redirected toward the thighs to enhance one's ability to flee from a dangerous predator. All of these issues can be addressed through physical therapy and sometimes sex therapy to address the cognitive components of ED. If you enjoyed today’s episode, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share us with a friend! As always, be well!Dr. Mistry is a board-certified urologist and has been treating patients in the Austin and Greater Williamson County area since he started his private practice in 2007.We enjoy hearing from you! Email us at [email protected] and we’ll answer your question in an upcoming episode!Phone: (512) 238-0762Email: [email protected]: Armormenshealth.comOur Locations:Round Rock Office970 Hester’s Crossing Road Suite 101 Round Rock, TX 78681South Austin Office6501 South Congress Suite 1-103 Austin, TX 78745Lakeline Office12505 Hymeadow Drive Suite 2C Austin, TX 78750Dripping Springs Office170 Benney Lane Suite 202 Dripping Springs, TX 78620