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Expert Pelvic Organ Prolapse Treatment At The White Hart Clinic
Pelvic organ prolapse occurs when one or more of the pelvic organs (such as the bladder, uterus or bowel) descend due to reduced support from the pelvic floor muscles and connective tissues.
This can create a sensation of pressure or heaviness within the vagina. Prolapse is common, particularly following pregnancy and childbirth or around menopause.
While common, prolapse symptoms can often be improved with appropriate pelvic health support.
Symptoms may worsen toward the end of the day or after prolonged activity.
Symptoms we can help with:
- A feeling of heaviness or dragging in the vagina
- A sensation of something ‘coming down’
- Visible or palpable bulge within the vagina
- Discomfort with prolonged standing or walking
- Difficulty emptying the bladder or bowels fully
- Lower back aching
How our Pelvic Health Physiotherapists can help:
- Assessment and diagnosis to identify the type and severity of prolapse and contributing factors
- Pessary fitting and management as a non-surgical option to provide support and reduce symptoms
- Pelvic floor rehabilitation to improve strength, support and coordination of the pelvic floor muscles
- Education and reassurance to help you understand your symptoms and feel confident managing them
- Bladder and bowel advice to optimise function and reduce strain on the pelvic floor
- Movement and exercise guidance to help you stay active safely and return to the activities you enjoy
- Breathing and pressure management strategies to reduce downward load on the pelvic structures
- Lifestyle and activity advice, including lifting techniques and daily habits, to support long-term management
