Empowering Your Pelvic Health: How the Back and Body Clinic Can Help You Thrive with Pelvic Organ Prolapse

Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) is a condition that many people experience, but it often goes unspoken. If you’re dealing with a prolapse, you’re not alone, and it’s important to know that there are ways to feel better and regain control of your life. At the Back and Body Clinic, our dedicated and expertly trained team of pelvic health physiotherapists are here to support you every step of the way, managing Pelvic Organ Prolapse, helping you understand, manage, and overcome the symptoms of prolapse and other pelvic floor concerns. With the right care, you can experience relief, renewed confidence, and a better quality of life.

What is Pelvic Organ Prolapse (POP)?

Pelvic organ prolapse occurs when the muscles and tissues that support the pelvic organs—like the bladder, uterus, or rectum—become weakened or stretched. As a result, one or more of these organs may bulge into the wall of the vaginal canal. It’s a condition that can bring about a range of symptoms, such as:

• A feeling of heaviness or pressure in your pelvic area
• A noticeable bulge or protrusion at the vaginal opening, like a small plum 
• Leaking urine when you laugh, cough, or exercise
• Difficulty with bowel movements
• Discomfort or pain during sexual activity
• Aches or pains in the lower back or pelvic region

While these symptoms can be worrying, the good news is that pelvic organ prolapse is common and treatable. Many people experience relief through targeted therapies, and with the right guidance, you can feel empowered to take control of your health.

How the Team at Back and Body Clinic Can Help

At the Back and Body Clinic, our team of pelvic health physiotherapists are here to make sure you never have to face pelvic organ prolapse alone. We take a holistic, supportive approach to your care, helping you feel confident and understood. Our goal is to offer personalised, effective treatment that allows you to live your life to the fullest and free from discomfort. Here’s how we can help you feel your best:

1. A Comprehensive and Compassionate Assessment

When you come in for an assessment, we take the time to truly understand your symptoms, concerns, and unique circumstances. This allows us to create a treatment plan that’s specifically tailored to your needs. Our physiotherapists will assess your pelvic health through:

• In-depth conversation: We’ll talk through your medical history, lifestyle, and any symptoms you’ve been experiencing, making sure you feel heard and supported every step of the way.
• Physical assessment: This may include a gentle internal examination to assess the strength and function of your pelvic floor muscles, as well as evaluating posture, movement, and core stability. We do this with care and respect, ensuring you feel comfortable throughout.

2. Personalised and Holistic Treatment Plans

After your assessment, we will work with you to create a treatment plan that aligns with your specific needs, goals, and lifestyle. Whether you’re dealing with prolapse or other pelvic floor challenges, we offer a range of treatments to improve your strength, comfort, and confidence:

• Pelvic floor muscle training: By strengthening the pelvic floor muscles, we help provide support for your pelvic organs, improving your symptoms and helping you feel more stable.
• Core stability exercises: A strong core supports your pelvic floor, and we’ll guide you through exercises that target the deep muscles of your abdomen to reduce pressure on your pelvic organs.
• Breathing and relaxation techniques: We’ll teach you how to relax your pelvic floor, which is key in managing symptoms and promoting overall health.
• Practical lifestyle adjustments: Small changes in posture, daily movements, and even how you lift objects can make a big difference. We’re here to guide you through these adjustments with clear, supportive instruction.
• Advice on using adjuncts: We can explain when it’s useful and appropriate within your rehab journey to use tools, electrical devices and apps such as pelvic weights, the Perifit, Elvie or Kegel8. 

3. A Safe and Supportive Environment

We understand that discussing pelvic health can feel sensitive, but at the Back and Body Clinic, we create a compassionate and non-judgmental space where you can feel safe. Our team is here to listen, provide guidance, and empower you with the knowledge and tools to take control of your health. You deserve to feel supported, comfortable, and confident on your journey to better pelvic health.

More Than Just Prolapse: Other Pelvic Health Concerns We Can Help With

Pelvic health is about more than just prolapse, whether you’re dealing with urinary incontinence, pelvic pain, or recovering from pregnancy and childbirth, our physiotherapists have the training and expertise to help you heal and thrive. Some other conditions we treat include:

• Urinary incontinence: If you experience leaks when laughing, sneezing, or exercising, we can help you strengthen your pelvic floor muscles and regain control.
• Pelvic pain: Whether it’s pain during sex, discomfort with bowel movements, or generalised pelvic aches, we can help reduce pain and improve your quality of life.
• Diastasis recti (abdominal separation): Post-pregnancy abdominal muscle separation is common, but we can guide you through rehabilitation exercises to restore strength and stability.
• Prolapse prevention: If you’re at risk or experiencing early symptoms of prolapse, we offer preventive exercises and lifestyle modifications to help maintain pelvic health.

 

Take Control of Your Pelvic Health Today

If you’re ready to take charge of your pelvic health, we’re here to support you. Pelvic organ prolapse is treatable, and with the right guidance, you can enjoy a life of strength, comfort, and freedom. The team at the Back and Body Clinic are passionate about helping you feel your best, and we’re here for you every step of the way. You deserve to feel empowered, healthy, and confident in your body.

 

Written by Pelvic Health Physiotherapist, Alicia Bunn