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Pelvic Health

It has been proven that Physical Therapy is an effective and essential treatment for pelvic related disorders and should be included in first-line conservative management programs. Michelle Pacilio MPT has extensive training in the treatment of both men and women's health issues specifically in the areas of pelvic pain disorders, urinary and fecal incontinence, and postpartum and pelvic organ prolapse.

Risk Factors for Incontinence

Vaginal delivery
Multiple C-Sections
Birth weight over 8 lbs.
Increased maternal age
Episiotomy
Obesity
Chronic cough, asthma

Smoking
Repetitive lifting
Chronic constipation
High impact exercise
Hysterectomy
Post Surgical complicatons from Prostate Surgery

Hemorrhoidectomy
Increased Age
Arthritis
Hypothyroidism
Current oral estrogen use
Diabetes
Depression

Treatment

Pre-operative Physical Therapy interventions have been shown to significantly improve the physical outcomes and quality of life for those undergoing corrective surgery for urinary incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse. (Jarvis 2005) In one study, 79% of patients improved significantly enough to avoid corrective surgery altogether. (Bond 2004)

Individualized, evidence-based treatments may include:

Pelvic Floor Muscle Training
Bladder Training
Biofeedback
Electrical Stimulation
Vaginal Weights
Relaxation Training
Myofascial Release