Restoring Control & Confidence After Bowel Leakage

Bowel leakage, also known as faecal incontinence, is one of those issues few people talk about yet it affects many, especially women after childbirth or with age. It can feel embarrassing and isolating, but it’s important to know that you are not alone, and effective help is available. With the right care and support, it’s possible to regain control, confidence, and quality of life. At Praxis Rehab Belair, Physiotherapist Sangeeta Sharda provides compassionate, evidence-based care for women experiencing bowel incontinence. Through tailored bowel incontinence physio, you can strengthen your pelvic floor, improve bowel control, and move forward with confidence.

Understanding Bowel Incontinence

Bowel incontinence occurs when there’s an inability to control bowel movements, leading to accidental leakage of gas, liquid, or stool. It can range from occasional minor leaks to more persistent issues that interfere with daily activities.

While it’s often associated with ageing, bowel leakage can affect women of all ages due to a variety of factors such as:

• Childbirth injury or trauma to pelvic floor muscles and nerves

• Chronic constipation or straining

• Pelvic surgery or prolapse

• Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)

• Weakness or poor coordination of the pelvic floor muscles

• Neurological conditions such as diabetes or spinal injury

Regardless of the cause, bowel incontinence is a medical condition not something to be ashamed of or ignored.

How Physiotherapy Can Help

Specialized bowel incontinence physiotherapy focuses on restoring muscle strength, control, and awareness of the pelvic floor, the key muscle group responsible for supporting your bladder and bowel.

At Praxis Rehab Belair, Physiotherapist Sangeeta Sharda takes a holistic approach to assessment and treatment. This includes:

1. Detailed Pelvic Floor Assessment

Your physiotherapy journey begins with a respectful, private consultation. Sangeeta carefully assesses your pelvic floor strength, endurance, coordination, and awareness. This helps identify which muscles need strengthening and whether there’s excessive tightness or weakness contributing to leakage.

2. Pelvic Floor Muscle Training

Tailored pelvic floor exercises can significantly improve bowel control. Your physiotherapist will guide you through the correct technique as doing the exercises incorrectly may worsen symptoms or cause frustration. Over time, these exercises help the muscles respond better when you need them most.

3. Biofeedback and Retraining

Sometimes, it’s difficult to feel how the pelvic floor is working. Using gentle biofeedback tools, your physiotherapist can help you visualize and retrain the muscle responses, improving awareness and timing during bowel movements.

4. Lifestyle and Bowel Habit Coaching

Bowel health isn’t just about muscles it’s also about daily habits. You’ll receive guidance on optimal toileting positions, diet and fibre intake, and strategies for managing constipation or diarrhoea. Small adjustments often make a big difference.

5. Education and Emotional Support

Bowel incontinence can affect emotional wellbeing and confidence. Physiotherapy sessions provide a safe, supportive space to discuss your concerns openly, helping you feel more in control and less anxious about your symptoms.

Benefits of Bowel Incontinence Physiotherapy

Consistent, guided treatment with a skilled women’s health physiotherapist can help you:

• Reduce or stop bowel leakage

• Improve muscle tone and bowel control

• Enhance confidence in social and intimate settings

• Prevent further pelvic floor weakness

• Regain freedom in everyday activities

With Physiotherapist Sangeeta Sharda’s expert support, many women experience lasting improvements feeling more comfortable, confident, and in control again.

When to Seek Help

If you experience:

• Leaks during physical activity, coughing, or urgency

• Difficulty controlling wind or stool

• Sudden bowel urges

• A sensation of incomplete emptying

…it’s time to seek professional support. The sooner you start treatment, the better the outcomes. Physiotherapy offers a natural, non-invasive way to restore bowel control and confidence without relying on medication or surgery.

Take the First Step Toward Recovery

Living with bowel leakage can feel overwhelming, but help is closer than you think. At Praxis Rehab Belair, Physiotherapist Sangeeta Sharda offers discreet, personalized care designed to help you restore your strength and self-assurance. Every woman deserves to feel confident in her body. With expert bowel incontinence physio, you can move from embarrassment to empowerment and get back to living life fully. 

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References:

Hayman, M., Thornton, L., O'Hara, B., et al. (2023). A scoping study of public health guidelines from around the globe for physical activity in pregnancy. British Journal of Sports Medicine, 57(14), 940-949. https://doi.org/10.1136/bjsports-2022-106216