PELVIC HEALTH--dysfunction directly lowers quality of life--getting better involves the whole body, including pelvic floor and the bowel and bladder...
--much more than "just Kegels!"--
--For troubles including pain, sexual dysfunction, urgency, frequency,
problems with not emptying, and incontinence in men, women, and children.
--Learn to integrate all your muscles for a strong and effective core,
and regain balance among your organs for optimal bladder, bowel, and sexual function.
--Why not give it a try before you head towards invasive testing and/or surgery?
Or, if you're scheduled weeks or months from now with a specialist here or out of town,
ask to have your physical therapy while you wait for the big appointment.
Sometimes, the best time to attend physical therapy
is when you're on your period. Being on your period is not a reason to cancel!!!
There is so much we need to do/teach, and we just can't miss a session!
--Posture alignment and Body Mechanics corrections,
--Movement Restoration: optimal ways of using your body
--Therapeutic Exercises are foundational for successful organ function.
--Behavioral Methods are tried and true with decades of high-quality support (Cochrane Reviews)
--Biofeedback Therapy is "front-line" intervention for pain and for Bowel Disorders
May 7, 2015 – A joint American and European medical task force issued a position paper on the usefulness of biofeedback therapy for anorectal disorders. They concluded that, based on the strength of evidence, biofeedback therapy is recommended for short-term and long-term treatment of constipation with dyssynergic defecation and for the treatment of bowel incontinence. Several other specified uses were less strongly supported or not recommended.
The American Neurogastroenterology and Motility Society (ANMS) and the European Society of Neurogasteroenterology and Motility (ESNM) examined available evidence in order to provide the recommendations.
Source: Rao SSC, et al. Neurogastroenterol Motil. 2015 May.
International Continence Society: "Conservative treatment, and namely physical therapy, is one of the mainstays of management of pelvic floor disorders and urinary incontinence."
International Urogynecology Association: "The science and clinical practice of the diagnosis and treatment of pelvic floor disorders has changed dramatically over the last few years...it has become apparent that the study of the pelvic floor requires a holistic approach. In this respect the role of physical therapy has become increasingly important...today the central role of physical therapy in the prevention and treatment of pelvic floor disorders and lower urinary tract symptoms is recognized."
International Foundation for Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders: "IFFGD works to direct public attention to the gastrointestinal (GI) functional and motility disorders. People with symptoms of these disorders don't always connect them to a recognized condition. They may try to self-treat. Recognizing chronic symptoms, and seeking medical attention for a correct diagnosis is important."
problems with not emptying, and incontinence in men, women, and children.
--Learn to integrate all your muscles for a strong and effective core,
and regain balance among your organs for optimal bladder, bowel, and sexual function.
--Why not give it a try before you head towards invasive testing and/or surgery?
Or, if you're scheduled weeks or months from now with a specialist here or out of town,
ask to have your physical therapy while you wait for the big appointment.
Sometimes, the best time to attend physical therapy
is when you're on your period. Being on your period is not a reason to cancel!!!
There is so much we need to do/teach, and we just can't miss a session!
--Posture alignment and Body Mechanics corrections,
--Movement Restoration: optimal ways of using your body
--Therapeutic Exercises are foundational for successful organ function.
--Behavioral Methods are tried and true with decades of high-quality support (Cochrane Reviews)
--Biofeedback Therapy is "front-line" intervention for pain and for Bowel Disorders
May 7, 2015 – A joint American and European medical task force issued a position paper on the usefulness of biofeedback therapy for anorectal disorders. They concluded that, based on the strength of evidence, biofeedback therapy is recommended for short-term and long-term treatment of constipation with dyssynergic defecation and for the treatment of bowel incontinence. Several other specified uses were less strongly supported or not recommended.
The American Neurogastroenterology and Motility Society (ANMS) and the European Society of Neurogasteroenterology and Motility (ESNM) examined available evidence in order to provide the recommendations.
Source: Rao SSC, et al. Neurogastroenterol Motil. 2015 May.
International Continence Society: "Conservative treatment, and namely physical therapy, is one of the mainstays of management of pelvic floor disorders and urinary incontinence."
International Urogynecology Association: "The science and clinical practice of the diagnosis and treatment of pelvic floor disorders has changed dramatically over the last few years...it has become apparent that the study of the pelvic floor requires a holistic approach. In this respect the role of physical therapy has become increasingly important...today the central role of physical therapy in the prevention and treatment of pelvic floor disorders and lower urinary tract symptoms is recognized."
International Foundation for Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders: "IFFGD works to direct public attention to the gastrointestinal (GI) functional and motility disorders. People with symptoms of these disorders don't always connect them to a recognized condition. They may try to self-treat. Recognizing chronic symptoms, and seeking medical attention for a correct diagnosis is important."
