Written by:
DANI ANDERSON, PT, DPT
Dani can be reached at dani@apexptwellness.com.
Disclaimer: The title of this blog does not represent an actual comment made by a patient (that I know of), but how else was I supposed to get your attention!!
Read on to find out how!
During fetal development, the testes descend from the back wall of the abdomen, near the location of the kidneys. They drop through the abdomen and eventually settle within the scrotum. Below is a visual depicting the abdominal layers surrounding the testes in their final resting location (highlighted regions).
Tension within these layers, at any level, can lead to tension, pulling, and ultimately pain surrounding the testes as well. Think of a knot or “pull” in a shirt, as shown in the second image.
As you can see, tension isn’t only located at the swirl created. It spreads away from the swirl into each shoulder and lower corner of the shirt, even pulling the edge of the shirt closer to the midline. In order to relieve all areas of pull and tension, the “swirl” needs to be released. The same is true with the fascial and connective tissues of the body. Hence, tension within the abdominal region can contribute to testicular tension and pain symptoms.
As you can see, testicular pain can stem from many different regions. Not all causes are discussed above, though many that I’ve mentioned can actually be treated by a pelvic health physical therapist with specific training in the anatomy and physiology of the above-mentioned structures.
If you have been medically screened for your testicular pain and have been unable to determine a cause, consider seeing a physical therapist for further assessment and treatment.
The answer may be easier than you think!
DANI ANDERSON, PT, DPT
Dani can be reached at dani@apexptwellness.com.
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