January is Cervical Health Awareness Month: Don’t Let Pain Keep You from Getting Your Pap Smear
Did you know that cervical cancer is one of the most preventable and treatable types of cancer? Staying up to date with your cervical screenings is one of the simplest and most effective ways to ensure your cervical health remains in great shape for years to come.
Why Are Regular Pap Smears Important?
Pap smears are essential for detecting abnormal cells in the cervix that could potentially develop into cancer. Early detection allows for timely intervention, drastically reducing the risk of complications. If you’re due for your pap smear, let this be your gentle nudge to schedule one. Your health matters, and this small step can make a big difference.
If Pap smears hurt, we can help:
We understand that pelvic exams, including pap smears, can sometimes be uncomfortable or even painful. Pain and discomfort shouldn’t hold you back from prioritizing regular monitoring, which is why we offer specialized pelvic floor preparation techniques to reduce discomfort. Our pelvic floor physical therapists can help through the following services:
Pelvic Floor Preparation: Targeted techniques to help relax and prepare your pelvic floor, making your pap smear a more comfortable experience.
Cervical Mobility Techniques: Therapeutic approaches designed to relieve cervical pain or tension caused by underlying conditions, previous surgeries, or to provide support before and after medical procedures.
These methods are particularly beneficial for managing discomfort from:
Pap smears
Colposcopies for abnormal cell biopsies
Post-operative recovery from procedures like LEEP (Loop Electrosurgical Excision Procedure)
Cervical Tension is A leading Cause of discomfort
If you suffer pain during a cervical exam, chances are you experience other types of pelvic pain as well. Tension in the cervix can contribute to a range of pelvic health issues, including:
Painful periods
Painful intercourse
Pelvic pain in the lower abdomen
Radiating pain into inner thigh
At Tonic & Phasic, we approach cervical tension and pelvic pain holistically. This approach includes specialized assessments and therapeutic manual techniques designed to address cervical tension and promote overall pelvic health. We want to not only alleviate your discomfort, but empower you to understand and care for your body in a deeper way.
Take Advantage of Our January 2025 Special
In honor of Cervical Health Awareness Month, we’re offering a special $200 initial evaluation to assess your cervical health and prepare your pelvic floor. This session is designed to:
Evaluate your pelvic floor health
Address cervical tension
Create a summary of your pelvic health
Prioritize Your Health This January
Now is the perfect time to take charge of your cervical health. Whether it’s scheduling your next pap smear, exploring ways to improve pelvic floor function, or addressing any discomfort you’ve been experiencing, we’re here to guide and support you every step of the way.
At Tonic & Phasic, we’re passionate about redefining pelvic health and empowering you to feel your best. Let’s make 2025 a year of wellness and self-care for your body, mind, and soul. Call us today to book your $200 initial evaluation and start your journey toward better health!
