hi all,
i have had a problem with a twisted/tilted pelvis for about 10 years. i have been to see several osteopaths more times than i can remember but the problem still remains. after treatment and manipulation they usually say that they have corrected the problem and set my pelvis in the right position but for some reason it always seems to go back to the wrong position and the pain continues.
i am doing quite a bit of pilates, core stability excercises and swimming but this hasnt solved the problem either.
is there any point in doing these excercises while my pelvis is still in the wrong place (i can see this in the mirror)?. how do i increase my chances of it staying in the right position after osteopathic treatment?
any help you can give would be greatly appreciated.
thanks,
T
Hi Tryanis,
I had the same problem with a misaligned pelvis. I used to see a chiropractor who would realign, but generally 6 weeks later I'd have to go back, particulaly when I was in training for the London Marathon. I must have spent a fortune there.
Then 2 years a go I found out about Bowen Technique, a soft tissue rememdial therapy and went to a see a local practitioner for my lower back pain. She could see that I had a twisted pelvis and used the Technique to help. That was 2 years ago and I've been fine ever since. In fact I was so impressed that I learnt the therapy myself and have sorted out a few pelvic rotations during my case studies. Highly recommended.
Sx
Hi Tryanis,
I would think one of the key elements is to understand why your pelvis moves out of position, i.e. where the imbalance is. If you can find a practitioner who can diagnose that and treat it but also advise you how to maintain it. This could be rehabilitative work on the muscles that are weak for example. If it is a joint ligament problem that would be more difficult unfortunately. Basically I try and find someone who can diagnose what happens and why, without that understanding you have nowhere to start. You may have to look about a bit to find a therapist - personal recommendation is usually the best, they may be bowen osteo manipulative etc. sometimes it's more to do with the therapist than the therapy. Sorry for rambling on but hope it helps a bit! Best wishes.
G
myofascial release is also very effective, hopefully FASCIAMAN will give some more help in advising where you might find a practitioner
regards
BGFL
Tachyon can help in such circumstances, whether self treating or via a practitioner. It helps restore balance to the affected area so the pelvis can settle back into its natural position 🙂
I have the very same problem as you,At the moment iam looking into prolotherapy.
ashcreek