Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation
Physiotherapy for Pelvic floor dysfunction
The pelvic floor is a group of muscles, ligaments, and connective tissues that support and provide a home to the pelvic organs, including the bladder, uterus, and rectum. These muscles control urinary and faecal continence, support pelvic organs, and enhance sexual function. However, when the pelvic floor muscles become weak, tight, or both, it can lead to pelvic floor dysfunction symptoms.
At Praxis Rehab Physiotherapy, whether you're a young woman navigating the complexities of sexual health, a woman transitioning through menopause or anywhere in between and beyond, you can trust us to guide you through each milestone with confidence and comfort.
Common Pelvic Floor Dysfunctions we treat
*** This consult will include an internal pelvic floor examination***
Bladder
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Stress incontinence - leakage of urine during activities such as coughing, sneezing, laughing, or exercising
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Urge incontinence - sudden and uncontrollable urge to urinate and leaking en route to the toilet
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Overactive bladder – increased frequency, urgency, nocturia (night-time frequency) with or without incontinence
Bowel
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Faecal Incontinence: Difficulty controlling bowel movements, leading to accidental leakage of stool or wind
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Faecal urgency
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Constipation
Pelvic Organ Prolapse
The descent of pelvic organs, such as the bladder, uterus, or rectum, into the vaginal canal due to weakened pelvic floor muscles and supportive tissues
Prolapse Management with Pessary
A vaginal pessary is a medical device designed to provide support to the pelvic organs when they are displaced or prolapsed. It is a flexible, removable device that is inserted into the vagina to help support and reposition the pelvic organs, alleviating symptoms such as pelvic pressure, urinary incontinence, or discomfort. Vaginal pessaries come in various shapes and sizes They are fitted by us, based on your specific needs and condition.
Pelvic Pain
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Pain during intercourse (dyspareunia
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Endometriosis
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Vaginismus
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Vulvodynia/vestibulodynia