Pelvic prolapse is a condition in which one or more of the pelvic organs (such as the uterus or bladder) drops from its normal position and pushes against the vaginal walls. Pelvic physiotherapy is a specialized type of physiotherapy that can help to alleviate the symptoms of pelvic prolapse by strengthening the pelvic floor muscles and supporting the organs.
Pelvic physiotherapy typically includes a combination of exercises, manual therapy, and biofeedback. The exercises are designed to strengthen the pelvic floor muscles and support the organs, improve bladder and bowel control, and alleviate pain and discomfort. Manual therapy involves the use of hands-on techniques to manipulate and massage the muscles and tissues in the pelvic area. Biofeedback is a technique that uses electronic monitoring to provide feedback on the activity of the pelvic floor muscles, helping the patient to learn how to properly engage and relax these muscles.
In addition to these interventions, the physiotherapist will also provide the patient with education and advice on how to manage their prolapse, including advice on posture, activity modification, and lifestyle changes.
Overall, physiotherapy can be an effective treatment for pelvic prolapse by targeting the underlying cause of the prolapse, strengthening the pelvic floor muscles and supporting the organs, and providing education and advice on how to manage the prolapse.
