Prolapse (Cystocele, Rectocele, Uterine, Urethrocele)

Prolapse (Cystocele, Rectocele, Uterine, Urethrocele)

According to research, more than 50% of women suffer from some form of pelvic organ prolapse. Pelvic Health physiotherapy is the most efficient, non-invasive method of treatment available with an 80-90% success rate.

Causes of Prolapse

Pelvic organ prolapse can involve dropping of the uterus, bladder, and/or rectum. The prolapse may be due to:

  • Childbirth
  • Aging
  • Chronic Coughing
  • Chronic Constipation
  • Weak Pelvic Health
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Surgery

Patients with prolapse may experience:

  • Pelvic pressure/heaviness
  • Low back pain
  • Discomfort with intercourse
  • Difficulty using personal hygiene products (tampons, cups, etc.)
  • Organ of bulging near or out of the vaginal opening
  • Urinary frequency
  • Urinary incontinence
  • Inability to empty bladder
  • Fecal incontinence or constipation

During Your First Evaluation:

Your physiotherapist will listen to your story and concerns, complete a thorough review of your medical history and perform a physical examination. Together this will help identify the cause of your pelvic prolapse. From there you will create a treatment plan with your physiotherapist so you can get back to doing the things you love without worry!

The exam may include:

Movement and gait assessment, postural assessment, pelvic girdle screening, soft tissue assessment, visual inspection of the tissues, reflex testing, sensation testing, internal assessment of pelvic floor muscles.

Your physiotherapist also will determine whether you should be referred to a physician to assist in your interdisciplinary plan of care. For more information, Contact Us Today in Chatham, ON.

Your Next Steps…

  1. Request An Appointment

  2. Receive A Custom Treatment Plan

  3. Work Hard and Progress In Your Recovery

  4. Recover & Enjoy Life Pain-Free!

START YOUR JOURNEY TO PAIN-FREE LIVING TODAY!