Wall Street Men Are Quietly Turning to Pelvic Floor Therapy—Here’s Why

By Farhan Ali • June 23, 2025

In the world of high finance, long hours, high stakes, and unrelenting stress are part of the job description. But one lesser-known consequence is now sending men from Wall Street and beyond to an unlikely destination: pelvic floor therapy.

What’s Happening?
Physical therapists across New York City report a sharp uptick in male patients—often in their 30s to 50s—reporting symptoms such as:

• Chronic pelvic or groin pain
  
• Erectile discomfort or dysfunction
  
• Frequent urination
  
• Abdominal tightness
  
• Pain during sitting or after workouts
  

What’s Causing It?
Pelvic floor dysfunction is typically associated with women post-childbirth, but it’s also common in men—especially those under constant physical and psychological stress. Common triggers include:

• Chronic seated posture from desk-bound roles
  
• High cortisol levels tied to anxiety and performance pressure
  
• Core muscle imbalance from overtraining or neglecting mobility
  
• Suppressed symptoms due to stigma or ignorance
  

Why Men Delay Care
Experts say male patients often wait years before seeking treatment, attributing symptoms to unrelated issues like prostate problems or hernias. “No one wants to tell their boss they’re in therapy for pelvic pain,” says one NYC therapist.

Treatment & Recovery
Pelvic floor physical therapy includes:

• Manual release of tight muscles
  
• Guided breathing and relaxation
  
• Biofeedback techniques
  
• Postural retraining
  
• Lifestyle adjustments (less caffeine, more mobility)
  

Most patients improve significantly within weeks to months—but only if they show up.

Workplace Wellness Blind Spots
The issue highlights broader gaps in male corporate wellness culture. While stress management and mental health are finally being normalized, topics involving pelvic health remain taboo—despite their frequency.

Conclusion
The markets aren’t the only thing under pressure. Behind the suits and six-figure bonuses are real, untreated physical burdens. As awareness grows, pelvic floor therapy might become as normal as hiring a personal trainer or therapist—and that could be a win for male health.

Additional References:

• Bloomberg Business (@bloombergbusiness)
  
• NYT Well Section (@nytimeswell)
  
• Men’s Health Magazine (@menshealthmag)
  
• Harvard Health Publishing (@harvardhealth)
  
• American Physical Therapy Association (@aaptassociation)