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Read MorePelvic organ prolapse (POP) is estimated to affect up to 50% of women. Many women don’t experience symptoms, but some experience discomfort in the pelvic region with additional symptoms listed below. Treatment is recommended if symptoms are bothersome or begin to interfere with your daily life.
The pelvic floor muscles are important in supporting the pelvic organs which include the uterus, bladder and rectum. If you’ve been diagnosed with POP, likely one of these structures has pushed into the vaginal wall and through the pelvic floor muscles. There are a few different options for treatment. Physical Therapy has been shown to be an effective form of treatment without having to undergo surgery.
When the pelvic floor muscles are either too tight or too weak, they can impact your pelvic floor and thus provide less support for your pelvic organs. Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy includes the following techniques to assist with managing and improving POP:
Utilizing Physical Therapy techniques, your symptoms can often be alleviated and you can return to your normal daily activities and exercise.
If you have pelvic organ prolapse and want help with your symptoms, contact your provider for a referral to a CHI Health Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist. You can reach out to our Pelvic Health Navigator at (402) 717-7358 or visit our website for more information.
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