WOMENS HEALTH

Bladder or Bowel Problems

Continence issues are more common in women but can occur in men and children too.

Loss of bladder or bowel control occurs in 30-40% of women and 10% of men.

Incontinence problems tend to increase with age but should not be accepted as just a normal part of aging. Although incontinence is common it is never normal.

Although incontinence is not a life-threatening condition it can affect a person’s quality of life and incontinence is often cited as one of the major reasons for older persons requiring nursing home care. It is, therefore, better to seek incontinence care, even when the symptoms may seem mild.

Bladder and bowel leakage can be a sign that the pelvic floor muscles are not functioning properly.Physiotherapy management including pelvic floor muscle training is recommended as first line treatment and up to 80% of people can be helped with performing correct pelvic floor muscle exercises and learning about good bladder and bowel habits.

Our physiotherapists are able to complete a comprehensive assessment of your conditionand design and individualised rehabilitation program for you.

WOMENS HEALTH

Bladder or Bowel Problems

Continence issues are more common in women but can occur in men and children too.

Loss of bladder or bowel control occurs in 30-40% of women and 10% of men.

Incontinence problems tend to increase with age but should not be accepted as just a normal part of aging, although incontinence is common it is never normal.

Although incontinence is not a life-threatening condition it can affect a person’s quality of life and incontinence is often cited as one of the major reasons for older persons requiring nursing home care. It is, therefore, better to seek incontinence care, even when the symptoms may seem mild.

Bladder and bowel leakage can be a sign that the pelvic floor muscles are not functioning properly.Physiotherapy management including pelvic floor muscle training is recommended as first line treatment and up to 80% of people can be helped with performing correct pelvic floor muscle exercises and learning about good bladder and bowel habits.

Our physiotherapists are able to complete a comprehensive assessment of your conditionand design and individualised rehabilitation program for you.

EMPOWERING WOMEN TO BE THEIR BEST SELF

Some common questions about bladder and bowel problems

  • Do you leak when you cough and sneeze?
  • Do you have a problem with constipation?
  • Do you have a problem with your urine flow?
  • Does it feel like you have not emptied your bowel?
  • Are you having problem with recurrent bladder infections?
  • Would you avoid jumping on a trampoline for fear of leakage?
  • Do you restrict your drinking before you leave the house for fear of leakage?
  • Is it urgent to get to the toilet on time or worse still, you might not make it, and have some leakage?
  • Is it difficult for you to empty your bowels and you need to strain to get started or to complete a bowel motion?
  • Have you had to wear a pad to basketball or tennis or stop or change the exercise that you do because of leakage?
WE CAN HELP YOU ANSWER THESE QUESTIONS
EMPOWERING WOMEN TO BE THEIR BEST SELF

Some common questions about bladder and bowel problems

  • Do you leak when you cough and sneeze?
  • Do you have a problem with your urine flow?
  • Would you avoid jumping on a trampoline for fear of leakage?
  • Is it urgent to get to the toilet on time or worse still, you might not make it, and have some leakage?
  • Have you had to wear a pad to basketball or tennis or stop or change the exercise that you do because of leakage?
  • Do you have a problem with constipation?
  • Does it feel like you have not emptied your bowel?
  • Are you having problem with recurrent bladder infections?
  • Do you restrict your drinking before you leave the house for fear of leakage?
  • Is it difficult for you to empty your bowels and you need to strain to get started or to complete a bowel motion?
WE CAN HELP YOU ANSWER THESE QUESTIONS

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