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On your first visit, a specially trained physiotherapist will carry out a detailed evaluation. This will include asking you questions about your general health and your problems. It is usually necessary to do an internal examination in order to asses the strength of the pelvic floor muscles. The physiotherapist will discuss
the examination findings with you, and devise a special treatment and self-management plan. This will
include a specific pelvic floor strengthening program. Other treatments can include: bladder retraining, stress management, manual therapy, diet and behavioral changes, lifestyle modification, electrical therapy and biofeedback.
What is the Pelvic Floor?
The pelvic floor is a sling, or hammock, of muscles working together. When they work effectively, they can prevent urine and faeces from leaking.
Why can i not do strengthening exercises effectively on my own?
It is of the utmost importance to do the exercises the correct way. If you tend to bear down or contract too hard, urine loss could actually be promoted. Unlike other muscles in the body, the pelvic muscles do not move a limb or joint. Because of this fact, we often forget that they exist and do nothing to promote their tone. The good news is that today, special computerized biofeedback devices are available to teach pelvic muscle exercises (Kegel's exercises). By correctly contracting and relaxing, the pelvic muscles become stronger and more efficient.
Where can i receive treatment?
Treatments are carried out in a private room in our physiotherapy practice and are entirely confidential. If you think you may benefit from treatment or have any other queries, our trained physiotherapist will be pleased to discuss your problem with you in complete privacy and confidence.
the examination findings with you, and devise a special treatment and self-management plan. This will
include a specific pelvic floor strengthening program. Other treatments can include: bladder retraining, stress management, manual therapy, diet and behavioral changes, lifestyle modification, electrical therapy and biofeedback.
What is the Pelvic Floor?
The pelvic floor is a sling, or hammock, of muscles working together. When they work effectively, they can prevent urine and faeces from leaking.
Why can i not do strengthening exercises effectively on my own?
It is of the utmost importance to do the exercises the correct way. If you tend to bear down or contract too hard, urine loss could actually be promoted. Unlike other muscles in the body, the pelvic muscles do not move a limb or joint. Because of this fact, we often forget that they exist and do nothing to promote their tone. The good news is that today, special computerized biofeedback devices are available to teach pelvic muscle exercises (Kegel's exercises). By correctly contracting and relaxing, the pelvic muscles become stronger and more efficient.
Where can i receive treatment?
Treatments are carried out in a private room in our physiotherapy practice and are entirely confidential. If you think you may benefit from treatment or have any other queries, our trained physiotherapist will be pleased to discuss your problem with you in complete privacy and confidence.