Pessary or Pelvic Floor Therapy? The Best First Steps for Bladder Prolapse
Urethrocele and anterior vaginal wall prolapse happen when the front wall of the vagina becomes weak and allows the bladder and urethra to drop downward. Many women with this condition feel a bulge, pressure, or heaviness in the vagina. Some also have urine leakage or trouble emptying the bladder. The good news is that treatment […]
Leaking, Pressure, or Bulging? Don’t Ignore These Signs
Urethrocele is a type of pelvic organ prolapse that affects many women, especially after childbirth or later in life. It happens when the front wall of the vagina becomes weaker, and the bladder and urethra drop down into the vaginal space. The urethra is the tube that carries urine out of the body, and the bladder stores urine. When […]
Bladder Prolapse: Where to begin?
Anterior vaginal prolapse—sometimes called a “dropped bladder” or “cystocele”—is a common condition that affects many women. In fact, almost half of all women will show some degree of prolapse during their lifetime. Even though prolapse is common, it can still feel confusing or even scary when you first notice symptoms. You might feel a bulge […]
How Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy Can Help Prevent Prolapse Repair Failure
Undergoing surgery to repair a pelvic organ prolapse — such as a cystocele (bladder prolapse) or rectocele (rectal prolapse) — can be life-changing. Many women experience relief from pressure, bulging, and discomfort, and can return to activities that once felt impossible. But what happens after surgery is just as important as the surgery itself. Which […]
Surgery for Bladder Prolapse: what you need to know
If you’ve been told you have a cystocele (also called a bladder prolapse), you’re not alone — it’s one of the most common types of pelvic organ prolapse. Cystocele repair surgery can make a big difference in comfort and quality of life, but like any surgery, it’s natural to wonder: How successful is it? Let’s […]
Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy Part 1: Establishing care in Pregnancy
Pregnancy is such an amazing experience. The connection to that tiny blessing inside gleans a new appreciation for life. The amazing process of creating life comes with a lot of stressors on our body, physically, emotionally, and hormonally. There are so many things that can come up in pregnancy, and a pelvic floor physical therapist […]