Prostatectomy Recovery with Pelvic Physiotherapy

Return to your everyday, as soon as possible.

With a combination of therapeutic treatments and corrective exercises, we help reduce recovery time and restore your penile health.

Don’t deprive yourself of regaining your urinary and erectile control after surgery; take a proactive approach today with the help of a pelvic health physiotherapist!

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How does physiotherapy help those with prostate cancer?

The Singapore Cancer Society listed prostate cancer as the 2nd most common cancer among men locally.

Radical prostatectomy is a common surgery performed to treat prostate cancer when the disease is still confined within the prostate. During the surgery, surgeons carefully remove the prostate and some surrounding tissue while avoiding the intricate network of nerves surrounding the prostate. However, it is unavoidable that some nerves will be stretched or affected during the process resulting in reduced bladder control and erectile dysfunction after the surgery.

As many as 6 out of 10 men who have undergone a radical prostatectomy experience urinary incontinence and erectile dysfunction. Urinary incontinence and erectile dysfunction can reduce quality of life and affect relationships.

Pre-prostatectomy Physiotherapy

A pelvic health physiotherapist can teach you the correct way of performing pelvic floor muscle exercise (kegel exercises) and maintain penile health to reduce time required to regain bladder control and erectile function after surgery.

The sessions will consist of:

  • Checking the pelvic floor muscle function prior to surgery & strengthening muscle accordingly
  • Checking the bladder function – address poor hydration or toileting habits
  • General conditioning in preparation for surgery
  • Education on how to pace physical activities after surgery to avoid pelvic floor fatigue which worsens urinary incontinence
  • Checking for erectile function & educate on how to maintain health of penile tissue

 

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Post-prostatectomy Physiotherapy

The pelvic health physiotherapist will communicate with and involve your Urologist for medical therapy to enhance the recovery of your erectile function if necessary. A sex therapist may also be involved with your consent to work on maintaining physical intimacy with your partner if needed.

The sessions will consist of:

  • Checking the pelvic floor muscle function, reduce difficulty of exercise in the initial months as the body is recovering, before increasing difficulty to improve urinary control
  • Checking the bladder function – address & prevent bladder overactivity
  • Activity pacing according to level of recovery
  • Checking on erectile function – introduce penile pump if necessary
  • General conditioning to return to desired sport / activity

Why choose us?

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A one-stop solution for your convenience

Have the best experts in osteopathy, physiotherapy, and massage therapy services work together to tailor a unique care plan for you.

Everything you need to get better, under one roof.

 

Our 4-step healing process

We are here with you at every step of the way.

We evolve, grow, and flex as you and your body does.

Initial consultation with an osteopath or physiotherapist

The initial examination & diagnosis to get to know you and your body.

Create a tailor-made recovery plan​

Our expert recommendation to get you from where you are, to the better you.

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Bring on the best team

The most relevant experts employ hands-on therapy & corrective exercises for an effective healing journey. 

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With you at every step of the way​

You are ever-evolving & so will your recovery plan. Our experts consistently reassess your condition & progress, updating our approach and methods.

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How much does a men's health physiotherapy session cost?

Initial Consultation

$ 225
  • Consultation & Treatment

Does insurance cover Men's Health Physiotherapy sessions?

City Osteopathy and Physiotherapy offers direct billing service for several insurance providers:

Bupa insurance for osteopathy and physiotherapy
ihp insurance for osteopathy and physiotherapy
GeoBlue insurance for osteopathy and physiotherapy
MHC insurance for Osteopathy and physiotherapy
Cigna insurance for Osteopathy and physiotherapy

To enjoy cashless transaction please bring with you:

  • membership card
  • doctor’s referral letter (if needed per your insurance policy) 
  • LOG – letter of guarantee (if applicable)

 

Don’t worry if your insurance is not listed here. After each session we will email you an itemized bill so you can submit it for reimbursement.

We do not charge for completing medical insurance forms, but an administration fee is charged if an official letter or report is required to be produced for the insurance company or other entity.

  • Filling out insurance forms: Free
  • Writing a letter to insurance companies: $140
  • Full medical report for insurance companies or other entity: From $250

Our Locations

CBD

Address: 80 Robinson Road, #17-03 S(068898)

Contact us: 6222 2451  |  9669 5605

Opening hours:
Mondays to Fridays: 8 am to 8 pm
Saturdays: 8 am to 1 pm

Address: 10 Sinaran Drive, Novena Medical Center, #10-15 S(307506)

Contact us6339 9936  |   9296 1325

Opening hours:
Mondays to Fridays: 8 am to 8 pm
Saturdays: 8 am to 1 pm

Address: 1 Fifth Avenue, Guthrie House, #03-02 S(268802)

Contact us: 6314 4440  |  8182 2210

Opening hours:
Mondays to Fridays: 8 am to 8 pm
Saturdays: 8 am to 1 pm

Address: 11 Bidadari Park Dr, The Woodleigh Mall, #02-30 S(367803)

Contact us: 6817 0080  | 8902 6692

Opening hours:
Tuesdays: 8 am to 2 pm
Wednesdays: 8 am to 8 pm
Fridays: 8 am to 8 pm

Address: 217 East Coast Road,
Tides Building, #05-02
S(428915)

Contact us: Call | Whatsapp

Opening hours:
Mondays to Fridays: 8 am to 8 pm

CBD

Address: 80 Robinson Road, #17-03 S(068898)

Contact us: 6222 2451  |  9669 5605

Opening hours:
Monday to Friday: 8 am to 8 pm
Saturday: 8 am to 1 pm
Sunday: Closed

Address: 10 Sinaran Drive, Novena Medical Center, #10-15 S(307506)

Contact us6339 9936  |   9296 1325

Opening hours:
Monday to Friday: 8 am to 8 pm
Saturday: 8 am to 1 pm
Sunday: Closed

Address: 1 Fifth Avenue, Guthrie House, #03-02 S(268802)

Contact us: 6314 4440  |  8182 2210

Opening hours:
Monday to Friday: 8 am to 8 pm
Saturday: 8 am to 1 pm
Sunday: Closed

Address: 11 Bidadari Park Dr, The Woodleigh Mall, #02-30 S(367803)

Contact us: 6817 0080  | 8902 6692

Opening hours:
Tuesday: 8 am to 2 pm
Wednesday: 8 am to 8 pm
Friday: 8 am to 8 pm
Monday, Thursday, Saturday & Sunday: Closed

Address: 217 East Coast Road,
Tides Building, #05-02
S(428915)

Contact us: Call | Whatsapp

Opening hours:
Monday: 4 pm to 7 pm
Tuesday: 8 am to 8 pm
Wednesday: 9 am to 7.30 pm
Thursday: 9 am to 4 pm 
Friday: 8 am to 8 pm
Saturday: 8 am to 1 pm
Sunday: Closed

Address: 81 Clemenceau Avenue, UE Square, #03-22 S(239917)

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Opening hours:
Monday: 8 am to 8 pm
Tuesday: 8 am to 12pm
Thursday: 8 am to 2 pm & 5 pm to 8 pm
Saturday: 8 am to 1 pm
Wednesday, Friday & Sunday: Closed 

Book your first visit now

Wan Hui Yip

Senior Physiotherapist

Novena | Woodleigh

FAQs

Starting your pelvic physiotherapy journey

Dress comfortably for the physiotherapy session, such as sports clothing. Depending on the location of your symptoms, you may be asked to remove some of your clothing to better assess your body and movements. If necessary, we will provide a clean hospital gown. 

Do bring along any medical notes, blood tests, X-rays, MRI results, and a list of medications you are taking (if any). 

The number of sessions required is determined by the severity of your condition and will vary from person to person. Following your consultation, the physiotherapist will be able to provide you with more specific information about the treatment plan made for you. 

Differences between physiotherapy and other forms of treatment

Physiotherapy and occupational therapy are similar in that both involve helping people to improve their strength, movement, flexibility and overall physical well-being. However, physiotherapy focuses on the body and physical movements while occupational therapy emphasises the functional abilities of patients. This includes during activities such as dressing, bathing or using a computer. Occupational therapists may also suggest adaptive equipment as part of their treatment plan for people with impairment. Physiotherapists plays an important role in helping individuals after injury or illness, as it is focused on enabling long-term patient autonomy and independence, which goes beyond day-to-day functions. So if you’re looking for assistance with improving your quality of life, do book a consultation with us to better understand which type of therapy would best suit you!

Physiotherapy and massage therapy are often discussed together, but there is a key distinction to be made between the two. While physiotherapy focuses on restoring or improving movement and physical abilities, massage therapy instead revolves around relaxation and reducing muscle tension. It can also help improve circulation of blood, reduce pain, and prevent further injury. Although physiotherapy exercises may involve additional stretches, they are usually targeted at rehabilitation rather than relaxation. It is important to consider these differences when deciding which treatment option is best for you.

Physiotherapy is a medically-focused and technology-driven form of physical therapy, practiced differently around the world. In North America, physiotherapy is commonly referred to as physical therapy, while in Europe “physiotherapists” and “physical therapists” are two distinct roles. Generally, physiotherapists use specialised techniques such as manual therapy and physiotherapeutic treatments to treat their patients. On the other hand, physical therapists use an array of therapeutic approaches that emphasise exercise and motion rather than a specific set of medical treatments. Despite the small differences in naming conventions throughout different countries, physiotherapy and physical therapy both provide similar approaches to diagnosis, prevention and treatment of various issues or diseases related to movement dysfunction. 

Our physiotherapists come from various backgrounds and use a combination of techniques based on what is best suited for your condition, so rest assured, you will be in great hands!