Pelvic floor

Pelvic floor Treatment in Kondapur, Hyderabad

The pelvic floor or pelvic diaphragm is a group of muscles expanding from the front of the pelvis to the coccyx (a triangular bone located at the bottom of the spine at the back).

The pelvic floor contains holes for passages to pass. Women have three passages in the pelvic floor, the three passages are- the urethra, vagina and anus.

What is the role of the pelvic floor?

The pelvic floor plays a vital role in women’s health and well-being. It is essential to have strong pelvic muscles to maintain control over urinary and anal muscles. It plays a major role in sexual function. The pelvic floor also supports the vagina during childbirth.

What is pelvic floor dysfunction?

Pelvic floor dysfunction is a rare disease but can be easily treated under medical guidance. It is the condition of the inability to coordinate the muscles to have a bowel movement.

What are the symptoms of pelvic floor dysfunction?

The major symptoms of pelvic floor dysfunction are:

• Constipation, or pain during bowel movements
• Urine leakage
• Frequent urge to urinate
• Lower back pain
• Bowel strains
• Sense of discomfort during sexual intercourse

What are the causes of pelvic floor dysfunction?

Here are some major factors which cause pelvic floor dysfunction:

• Obesity (being overweight)
• Pregnancy
• Pelvic surgery
• Pelvic injury
• Damage in nerve
• Advancement in age

Male and female bodies are different from each other and contain some different organs in the pelvic. Therefore, the pelvic dysfunction in males and females is different.

Pelvic floor dysfunction in males

Pelvic floor muscles are a part of reproductive and excretory systems. Millions of men every year go through pelvic floor dysfunction.

The symptoms of pelvic floor dysfunction in men include leaking of urine, discomfort in bladder or bowel movements or, difficulty in maintaining an erection during sexual intercourse.

Pelvic floor dysfunction in females

Pelvic floor dysfunction in women affects the uterus and anal which may cause problems in a woman’s reproductive health. Women with pelvic floor dysfunction may experience pain during sexual intercourse.

What are the treatments for pelvic floor dysfunction?

Pelvic floor dysfunction is curable and can be treated easily in most cases. It can be treated by physical therapy and generally without surgery. The treatments include:

1. Biofeedback: biofeedback is commonly used to treat pelvic floor dysfunction. It is done with the help of a physical therapist. It is painless and effective for pelvic floor dysfunction. It helps retrain the muscles and also focuses on improving muscle coordination.
2. Pelvic floor physical therapy: pelvic floor physical therapy is commonly done along with biofeedback therapy. The therapist will teach different exercises to stretch the muscles and the coordination may improve.
3. Medications: medications play a vital part in treating pelvic floor dysfunction. They help to improve your bowel movements. It is advised to get medicines prescribed by a doctor or a gynaecologist.
4. Relaxation techniques: relaxation techniques such as meditation, yoga, breathe work, warm baths, and acupuncture may help to cure pelvic floor dysfunction.

   Pelvic wall dysfunction is a treatable disease and can be cured easily with the help of therapy and medical techniques. Consultation and medical guidance of a physical therapist and are advised.

   Pelvic floor dysfunction is a dysfunction of muscles and surgery can’t be performed on muscles. In rare conditions, if severe pain occurs, the therapist may advise you to see a pain injection specialist. These are the type of doctors at Apollo Kondapur who specialize in locating the pain-causing muscles and using a needle to inject the medicine into the muscle

Request an appointment at Apollo Spectra Hospitals, Kondapur

Call 1860-500-2244 to book an appointment.

Remember, pelvic floor dysfunction can be cured. So, if you notice any symptoms, visit your doctor today.