Testicular Pain Treatment With Physical Therapy

Testicular pain, also known as orchialgia, arises from a number of underlying issues. Testicular pain treatment through physical therapy offers pain when the pain is related to musculoskeletal issues, nerve entrapment, or pain from the pelvic floor, lower back, or hips. 

Physical Therapy for Testicular Pain Treatment

Physical therapists use a variety of techniques to address testicular pain. These include:

Pelvic Floor Therapy

Pelvic floor physical therapy addresses any tightness, weakness, or dysfunction in the pelvic floor muscles that causes pain.

The pelvic floor muscles support the testes and closely connect to the nerves and blood vessels in the area. If these muscles are tight or dysfunctional, they cause or exacerbate testicular pain. Relaxation and strengthening exercises improve blood flow, reduce tension, and alleviate nerve irritation.

Trigger Point Release and Myofascial Release

Myofascial release targets bands of muscle or fascia in the pelvic area, hips, or lower abdomen with tightness.

Tight fascia or trigger points in the adductors, quadratus lumborum, or abdominal muscles can radiate pain to the testes. When physical therapists release these points, the tension releases, and pain reduces. 

Nerve Gliding or Mobilization

Nerve gliding, also known as nerve flossing or neural mobilization, improves the mobility and function of nerves that may be restricted, compressed, or irritated. Nerves such as the ilioinguinal, genitofemoral, or pudendal nerves often cause symptoms such as pain, tingling, or numbness.

When tight muscles, scar tissue, or inflammation inhibits the ability of a nerve to glide withing its sheath, physical therapists use gliding exercises to gently stretch the nerve, encourage the nerve to move freely, and stimulate blood flow to reduce inflammation

Postural Correction and Core Strengthening

Physical therapists guide patients through exercises to improve posture, align the pelvis, and strengthen the core.

This provides testicular pain treatment by correcting muscle imbalances that put strain on the pelvic region and nerves. At-home exercises support in-office treatment. 

Manual Therapy

Physical therapists utilize hands-on techniques like massage, joint mobilization, or manipulation to relive testicular pain. 

These techniques improve blood flow, reduce muscle tension, and alleviate restrictions in the lower back or pelvis that contribute to testicular pain.

How Physical Therapy Techniques Bring Relief from Testicular Pain

The therapists at Balanced Body Physical Therapy offer a conservative, effective approach to managing musculoskeletal causes of testicular pain. Physical therapy plays a role in a treatment plan that can also include medication, lifestyle changes, or psychological support. Physical therapy works by:

• Enhancing circulation to the area supports healing and reduces pain caused by ischemia or inflammation.

• Reducing nerve irritation to relieve compression or irritation of nerves linked to the testes.

• Alleviating muscle tension to relax overactive muscles in the pelvic floor or surrounding areas to minimize pain.

• Targeting dysfunctions in the lower back, pelvis, or hips to eliminate pain that radiates to the testes.

Schedule a Consultation

If you suffer from testicular pain and live in Irvine, Newport Beach or Costa Mesa, take advantage of a free 15-minute phone consultation.

Talk to the therapists at Balanced Body Physical Therapy and determine if physical therapy can relieve your testicular pain. Call (949) 748-7806 to set up your consultation.