Endometriosis & Adenomyosis
Endometriosis and adenomyosis are chronic gynecological conditions that can significantly impact daily life. Many women experience pelvic pain, heavy or irregular periods, digestive discomfort, or difficulty with fertility. At VP Health, we focus on identifying contributing factors, supporting hormone balance, regulating inflammation, and improving pelvic health using evidence-informed therapies.
Endometriosis
Endometriosis occurs when endometrial-like tissue grows outside the uterus, typically on the ovaries, bowel, or pelvic lining. This can lead to:
- Pelvic or abdominal pain
- Painful menstruation
- Pain with intercourse
- Heavy bleeding
- Bloating or digestive upset
- Fatigue
Endometriosis is a complex condition involving hormonal, inflammatory, and immune factors.
Adenomyosis
Adenomyosis involves endometrial-like tissue growing into the muscular wall of the uterus. Symptoms often overlap with endometriosis and commonly include:
- Heavy or prolonged periods
- Severe menstrual cramps
- Pelvic pressure
- Pain during intercourse
- Chronic fatigue
Diagnosis is typically made through imaging such as ultrasound or MRI.
Approach
VP Health offers a number of different modalities including pelvic floor physiotherapy, acupuncture, hormone evaluation and balancing, anti-inflammatory protocols and pelvic injections. Dr. Pilling is well-versed in using Frankenhauser Pelvic Injections for patients struggling with these diagnoses. These injections involve the gentle injection of natural substances around the pelvic nerve plexus. This technique can support pelvic muscle relaxation, reduce inflammation, and lower pain symptoms.
