Bowel
Bowel Incontinence
This can include staining or incontinence of faeces or wind and can be very distressing. Weakness of the pelvic floor is the main cause although damage to the sphincter during surgery or childbirth can be present. Chronic constipation can also be a contributory factor. Poor defecation mechanics can play a part as the bowel may not be emptying completely. Treatment of the pelvic floor muscle is a very important part of therapy and dietary issues often need to be addressed. Advice is also given on correct bowel habits.
Constipation
There are many reasons for constipation but poor bowel movements can be a major cause in chronic constipation. If there is poor muscle co-ordination between the abdominal and pelvic floor muscles, this can cause a difficulty in emptying the bowels. Diet and hydration are also very important. Treatment consists of biofeedback therapy to train the muscles to work properly.
Please note: Women’s health initial assessment requires a 1-hour appointment.
Women’s Health Clinic
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Incontinence
Incontinence is classified as an involuntary leakage of urine. Urinary incontinence as part of women’s health affects 1- 3 women in all stages of life.
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Prolapse
This can occur as a result of childbirth or chronic constipation.
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Bowel
Bowel incontinence and constipation occurs from weakness of the pelvic floor and poor muscle co-ordination between the abdominal and pelvic floor muscles. We know has distressing this can be.
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Pelvic Pain
A contributory factor to pelvic pain is over-active pelvic floor muscles. This means these muscles never relax fully and there’s a constant high level of tension in the muscles.
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Menopause
Menopause is a natural process that marks the end of a woman’s menstruation. Usually happens between the ages of 45 and 55 so most women can expect some 30 years of post-menopausal life.
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Pregnancy
Many changes happen to your body over the course of the 9 months to allow your body to adapt. But this may also put more strain on certain parts of the body.
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Cancer Rehabilitation
One of our physio’s, Emily, specialises in cancer rehabilitation and is a trained PINC programme therapist. She can help women through all stages of their cancer journey stay active and healthy.
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The Baby Years
One of the best ways to prepare for pregnancy, both physically and mentally, is to become or remain physically active before, during, and after pregnancy.
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Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis is a health condition that weakens bones, making them fragile and more likely to break. It is estimated it affects 300,000 people in Ireland.
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