How to Know When to Refer a Client for a Pessary- for Physiotherapists
I get a ton of great referrals from fellow physiotherapists who don’t fit pessaries themselves. Most of the time they are appropriate referrals, but every once in a while, the…
Sex and POP
My clients often have many questions regarding sex and pelvic organ prolapse (POP). “Can my partner feel my prolapse? Will sex make my prolapse worse? Is sex painful with a…
Rectocele versus Rectal Prolapse
Rectocele. Rectal prolapse. The same thing? I often see these two terms used interchangeably, but they refer to two different conditions. The rectum refers to the lowest 12-15 centimetres of…
Which Pessary is Right for Me?
Pessary fitting must be completed by an appropriately trained health care professional (specially trained doctors, nurses or physiotherapists). The health care professional will do an internal exam to get an…
Pelvic Organ Prolapse
What is it? Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) is when any of the pelvic organs- the bladder, urethra, uterus, vagina, rectum, or small intestine- sit lower than normal due to tissue…
Hemorrhoid and Fissure Self-Care
If you experience constipation, you may also experience hemorrhoids or anal fissures. This may also be the case if you are pregnant or have recently given birth. Here are some…
Stool Evacuation
In order to effectively evacuate stool, the anal sphincter and pelvic floor muscles must relax. Optimal posture can help promote muscle relaxation and, ultimately, ease of passage. Potty posture Sit…
Constipation
Constipation is a topic that cannot be ignored when discussing pelvic organ prolapse (POP). Chronic straining due to difficulty passing large or hard stool is believed to be a cause…