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Pelvic Organ Prolapse

Pelvic Organ Prolapse

Physiotherapy can be very successful in reducing symptoms and preventing worsening of the prolapse. The main aim of physiotherapy is usually to improve the function of your pelvic floor muscles, so that they can provide improved support to your pelvic organs. You will be given guidance in the appropriate lifestyle changes to make to prevent further worsening of the prolapse.

It is possible to experience pressure, heaviness or a dragging feeling in your vagina, or even see or feel a bulge in or at its entrance.

Pelvic Organ Prolapse (POP) occurs when one or more of the pelvic organs (the uterus, bladder or bowel) descends into the vaginal space. This happens when the pelvic floor muscles, fascia and ligaments that suspend these organs stretch and become weakened. For the sufferer, typically enjoyable activities become unpleasant.

This is common, not normal and help is available.

Sometimes women will also experience or complain of:

  • incomplete emptying of bladder or bowels & needing to strain
  • incontinence
  • frequency of urination
  • urgency of bladder or bowels
  • needing to apply pressure on perineum to open bowels
  • difficultly inserting tampons
  • pain with sex, or feeling something in the way
  • backache or abdominal discomfort
  • To note: experiencing these symptoms is not a confirmation of prolapse.
  • Pregnancy & Childbirth
  • Ageing
  • Menopause
  • Genetics
  • Hyper-mobility conditions such as; Ehlers Danlos Syndrome
  • Conditions that cause excessive strain on the pelvic floor like:
  • Obesity
  • Chronic cough
  • Chronic constipation
  • Heavy lifting
  • Straining
  • Manage your risk
  • Listen to your body. If symptomatic, lie with a pillow under your buttocks to rest your organs, muscles and ligaments
  • Visit a Women’s and Pelvic Health Physiotherapist!

Research tells us that pelvic floor muscle training, under the guidance of a Women’s Health Physiotherapist, reduces symptoms and may stop the progression of prolapse.

What Can Embrace Physiotherapy Do for You?

  • Create a thorough assessment and treatment plan
  • Design an individual pelvic floor muscle exercise program
  • Provide program progress and practical advice
  • Screen for risk factors that worsen your symptoms and offer modifications to maximise your function
  • Consider a pessary to assist symptoms, in conjunction with your medical practitioner
  • Assess and manage any co-existing sexual, bladder or bowel symptoms
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I had a wonderful experience with Brenda throughout my post partum recovery. She is very friendly and experienced and it definitely shows as she is able to make me feel at ease and comfortable as she navigates me through the exercises and steps to get me back to where I want to be. Appreciate the help and for making it easy especially with motherhood alr being a challenge. Thanks 🙂

Liying Ho Avatar Liying Ho
March 31, 2022

My healing journey at Embrace started exactly 2 years ago, Jan 2021. I saw Preet for DR and other pelvic matters. Preet had excellent bedside manners and I was always comfortable with her. Shortly after, I was able to join the pilates group class taught by Brenda. As I was already a patient, Brenda had access to my condition and was able to check on me each class. Slowly but surely, I was given the go ahead to start running. I felt safe in all my exercise classes at Embrace because Brenda is attentive and had my progress in mind. Even my recent classes with Deborah are just as thoughtful and beneficial. When I had a bad fall late October 2022, Alex helped me through the months of recovery. She identified my "moving injuries" and explained clearly what I had to do to get better. She also has a great sense of humour! My 2 favourite ladies, Su and Alicia, are super cheerful and helpful in scheduling appointments and texting reminders. They are superstars! It's always comforting to step into Embrace. Thanks guys!

May Leung Avatar May Leung
January 14, 2023

I chanced upon Embrace after a brief search on Google. The all-female staff and physios is what made me decide to book an appointment. You can see all their smiley faces on the website and I sent a message through watsapp immediately. Efficient response within a few hours and the rest is history. I am fortunate to be served by both Brenda and Preet. To be honest, my experience there for almost a year do not feel like a typical consultation or rehab session. They are client centric and all ears to your needs. I had great conversations while being comfortable discussing about my pelvic floor health. You don’t have to be shy asking questions when you want to make the best out of every session. You are in good hands with their knowledge and experience. I have benefited and improved the quality of my pelvic floor health by following a well devised plan. I went in from almost a prolapse and weak PF. Now, i feel my best getting back to running and strength training. Look no further if you want to be in the best of hands for your pelvic floor health. Thank you Embrace!

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April 28, 2023

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