This has to be short, unfortunately, because I'm on my way to work, but I have pelvic floor dysfunction too. In my case, it's caused by Interstitial Cystitis, which is a bladder problem. But the same muscles support both the bladder and your rectum.
I'm currently going through physical therapy for this. My PT does at times use biofeedback machines. The PT has helped my bladder, and as a pleasant byproduct has also helped me relax my colon enough to poop a little better. I still have a long way to go, but believe me when I tell you it is helping.
I'm by no means an expert, but my thought is this - if your problem (or part of your problem) is muscular, no medication in the world is going to help that. You need to retrain your muscles to relax and tighten when appropriate.
I would try the therapy suggested by your doctor. It certainly can't hurt you, and it sounds like it could be very beneficial.
Most therapists work around insurance issues. If your insurance won't cover therapy, or will only cover a few sessions, explain this to the therapist. Most of the work you will be doing on your own at home anyway, they're just there to teach you how to do it.
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