Pelvic Organ Prolapse is a condition that can happen to women. It occurs when organs in the pelvis, like the bladder, uterus, or rectum, move from their normal position and bulge into the vagina. It can cause discomfort, pressure, or even pain. Researchers wanted to find out if there was […]
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Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) is a condition where the pelvic organs, such as the bladder, uterus, and bowel, drop down into the vagina due to weakened connective tissues in the pelvis. This can cause significant discomfort and disruption to a woman’s daily life. In this case study, we reflect on […]
It’s important to highlight the significance of a Pelvic Floor Muscle Assessment as a crucial step in POP management. Research shows that up to 43% of women may bear down instead of lifting and squeezing their pelvic floor muscles, leading to incorrect muscle activation, and potentially exacerbating Pelvic Organ Prolapse […]
Pelvic Organ Prolapse (POP) is a condition that affects many women worldwide. It is caused by the weakening of the connective tissue in the pelvis, which can cause the pelvic organs (bladder, uterus, and/or bowel) to drop downwards and push into the vagina. This can lead to significant discomfort and […]
Pelvic Organ Prolapse (POP) is a condition that affects many women worldwide. When a woman is diagnosed with POP, she may experience a range of emotions, including shock, disbelief, sadness, and anger. She may also experience embarrassment or shame, as POP can affect sexual function and cause urinary or faecal […]
Background There may be a misinterpretation of the information in the education of fitness professionals on how to recruit the abdominal cylinder (pelvic floor and core muscles). The Pelvic Floor First campaign which was launched in November 2011 by the Continence Foundation of Australia (CFA) aimed to reduce the number […]
A PHYSIOTHERAPIST is warning parents about a phenomenon she’s dubbed the ‘smartphone slump’ which can lead to a lifetime of back pain if not corrected. Gill Smith has seen an influx of teenagers at her Edithvale practice, Innovative Physio, complaining of headaches and sore lower backs. She says these are […]