Pain around the hips, groin and pelvis is common, and it’s one of the harder things to bring up. Many people live with it for years because they aren’t sure who to ask or what treatment would involve. This post covers what Dan treats in the pelvic region, how a session runs, and how your comfort and privacy are looked after.
Who this helps
- Hip, groin, pelvic or lower back pain that hasn’t settled
- Recovery before and after surgery in the hip, pelvic or lower abdominal area, including scar tissue
- Anyone whose pelvic region is limiting how they move, train or work
Men and women both get pelvic pain. Men’s pelvic health in particular gets little attention in western Brisbane, and many men don’t know hands-on treatment is an option. You’re welcome here whoever you are, including LGBTQIA+ clients.
What treatment covers
Pelvic pain often has a musculoskeletal side: the muscles, joints and connective tissue around your hips, pelvis, lower abdomen and glutes. Dan assesses how these areas move and where they’re holding tension, then treats them with muscle energy techniques, joint mobilisation, fascial work and, after surgery, scar tissue work. Movement retraining helps the changes last, the same way it does for any other part of the body.
What it doesn’t include
This is a clinical service. It has no sexual element and there is no genital contact of any kind. If your symptoms need an internal assessment or a medical opinion, Dan will tell you plainly and refer you to the right practitioner.
How a session runs
- You talk first about your history, your symptoms and what you’d like from the session.
- Dan explains each technique and where he’ll be working before he starts.
- You can stop or change anything at any point, without giving a reason.
Consent is confirmed at the start of every session, and nothing goes ahead without it.
Draping and clothing
You stay covered with towels throughout, to professional association standards. Only the area being treated is uncovered, and it’s covered again before Dan moves on. You undress only as far as you’re comfortable, and much of this work can be done fully clothed.
Working with your other care
You don’t need a referral. If you’re already seeing a doctor, physiotherapist, urologist or specialist, Dan works alongside their plan.
Questions before you book?
It’s normal to want to ask a few things first. Email Dan or send a text and he’ll give you a straight answer. When you’re ready, book a session.
