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Expert Pelvic Floor Dysfunction Treatment At The White Hart Clinic
Pelvic floor dysfunction (PFD) occurs when the muscles, ligaments and connective tissues at the base of the pelvis do not work optimally.
These muscles support the bladder, bowel and (in women) the uterus. They help control continence, support sexual function and stabilise the core. Although over 60% of women will experience symptoms of pelvic floor in their lifetime, many go untreated. By talking more openly about pelvic floor symptoms, we hope more people feel empowered to seek the support they deserve.
Common symptoms we treat:
- Urinary incontinence: Leakage of urine, especially during activities like coughing, sneezing or exercising
- Stress Incontinence: Urine loss due to increased abdominal pressure, often during physical activity or coughing
- Urgency: Sudden, strong need to urinate with little warning
- Pelvic Organ Prolapse: Dropping of pelvic organs such as the bladder, uterus, or rectum, causing pressure or discomfort
- Faecal Incontinence: Difficulty controlling bowel movements, leading to accidental leakage
- Chronic Pelvic Pain: Persistent pain in the pelvic region unrelated to menstrual cycle
- Dyspareunia: Pain during sexual intercourse
- Vaginismus: Involuntary tightening of pelvic floor muscles, making penetration painful or difficult
- Postnatal Pelvic Floor Dysfunction: Weakness or pain following pregnancy and childbirth, affecting bladder, bowel or sexual function
How our Pelvic Health Physiotherapists can help:
- Assessment & Diagnosis: Evaluate pelvic floor muscle strength, coordination, and contributing factors
- Tailored Exercises: Strengthen weak muscles or relax overactive ones
- Bladder & Bowel Retraining: Improve control and manage urgency or incontinence
- Pain Management: Reduce pelvic pain and tension through manual therapy and stretches
- Lifestyle & Posture Advice: Guidance on posture, lifting and activity modifications
- Sexual Health Support: Address pain during intercourse, vaginismus or related issues
