Pelvic floor issues can be painful, bothersome, and embarrassing. One in three women will suffer some form of pelvic health related issues in their lifetime. Common symptoms include accidental leakage (incontinence of the bowel or bladder) an over-active bladder, pelvic organ prolapse (where the pelvic organs descend into the vagina, and pelvic pain.
The goal of treatment is to allow for reconditioning and re-training of the pelvic floor muscles, through a combination of methods. The therapist may stretch and relax the muscles if there is tension or may apply resistance to strengthen if the muscles are weak. Home-based exercises can also be given, both to strengthen and relax the pelvic floor muscles.
There are many causes of pelvic floor dysfunction, including childbirth, pelvic floor trauma, pelvic surgery, and chronic constipation. Other issues such as hypermobility may contribute to an overactive and painful pelvic floor. Urinary incontinence, fecal incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse may also be secondary to pelvic floor issues.
A “pelvic floor appointment” begins by taking a comprehensive history. A thorough examination of the pelvis and surrounding structures takes place, your posture is evaluated and other factors such as breathing mechanics are all taken into consideration. NB: The assessment usually (and with your consent) involves evaluation of external and internal muscles. After the examination, a treatment/rehab plan can be developed, which may involve hands-on therapy, strengthening exercises, relaxation exercises, education, and co-ordination exercises.
Whatever your age, accepting conditions like these doesn’t have to be your new way of life. Our specialist pelvic health therapist Elly is passionate about improving women’s quality of life and giving them back a sense of control.
Elly can help with a great number of pelvic related problems including:
- Incontinence
- Overactive bladder or bowel
- Going to the toilet too often
- Pelvic floor muscle weakness
- Pelvic pain and vulvodynia
- Pelvic organ prolapse
If you are unsure as to whether you might benefit from her help please feel free to contact her direct via elly@theabbeyfieldsclinic.co.uk
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