How Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy Can Help Treat Incontinence

Urinary incontinence can be a very uncomfortable condition, often affecting people’s quality of life and confidence. Though there are several causes that can lead to the condition, it is important to understand that pelvic muscles play an important role in maintaining bladder control. This is where pelvic floor physiotherapy comes in. In this blog, we are exploring details about urinary incontinence and how pelvic floor physiotherapy can contribute to an efficient treatment.  

What Is Urinary Incontinence?

Also known as involuntary urination, urinary incontinence is the unintentional loss of urine. It is a relatively common problem that can affect people of all ages and genders. To better understand how pelvic physiotherapy can contribute to the treatment of the condition, it is important to explore the different types of urinary incontinence:

• Stress Incontinence

Involuntary urination caused by pressure on the bladder, typically caused sneezing, coughing or during physical activities. 

• Urge Incontinence

Leakage caused by a strong and sudden urge to urinate, typically caused by bladder muscles that contract even when the bladder is empty. 

• Mixed Incontinence

A combination of both stress and urge incontinence, when involuntary urination is caused by excessive pressure or follows a sudden urge to urinate.

What Are the Causes of Urinary Incontinence

There is a wide variety of factors that can contribute to urinary incontinence, but the most common include:

• Weak Pelvic Muscles

Pregnancy, childbirth, and even obesity can all cause the muscles that support your bladder and urethra to weaken. This can prevent you from controlling your urine flow, leading to leakage and involuntary urination. 

• Medical Conditions

Neurological disorders, prostate cancer or nerve damage from diabetes can affect the bladder, leading to unexpected leakages. 

• Hormonal Changes 

Menopause or other types of hormone fluctuations can cause your pelvic muscles to weaken, which may cause some women to suffer from involuntary urination. 

How Can Pelvic Physiotherapy Help?

Since most types of cases of urinary incontinence are caused by the lack of strength and control in the pelvic floor muscles, pelvic physiotherapy can greatly contribute to the prevention of involuntary urination. Here are some ways routine sessions can help patients dealing with the condition:

• Pelvic Exercises

Specialized exercises can be performed to strengthen your muscles and help you regain control over bladder function. Experienced pelvic health physios can provide tailored techniques to enhance the strength of the muscles that support your bladder and urethra, significantly contributing to the prevention of urinary incontinence.

• Bladder Training

Oftentimes, the solution to urinary incontinence will be training your bladder to endure longer periods between bathroom visits. Your physiotherapist can help you design an ideal course of action so that this is done gradually without causing major discomfort. 

Your Choice for Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy 

Are you suffering from urinary incontinence? Looking for experienced professionals who can provide you with effective pelvic floor physiotherapy sessions? Back in Motion Health is here to help. Don’t hesitate to give us a call, and let us help you regain your health and confidence with comprehensive physiotherapy services. Book a consultation with our pelvic floor physiotherapists in Coquitlam, Burnaby, Abbotsford and London, Ontario.

Paramjot Dhillon obtained a Master in Physiotherapy (Musculoskeletal) from Punjabi University, India in 2009. She has over 11 years of experience in clinical settings and teaching.

Paramjot has worked as an Associate Professor in Christian Medical College and Hospital, India. She has 9 research articles published in reputed journals.

Book online with Paramjot in Coquitlam.