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How Physical Therapy Can Treat Common Health Risks in People Over 60 HYSICAL THERAPY h pelvic floor physical therapy is not a “new” specialty, it is unknown to many and underserved in most he majority of people with a pelvic floor dysfunction do not know that heir condition can be treated surgical intervention, which is where pelvic physical therapists can be valuable. Pelvic floor physical is a specialty that focuses on the evaluation and treatment of the pelvic floor as well as various ns of the pelvis, abdomen, hips, and low back.
while 77% experience at least two. Themost common chronic diseases are diabetes, heart disease, cancer, and stroke. • Cognitive health issues. These types of health risks impair one’smemory,making it difficult to remember and recall as easily as they used to, in addition to hindering the ability to learn new things. The most common cognitive health issue is dementia, affecting approximately 47.5 million people worldwide. • Physical injury. Did you know that a senior citizen is admitted to the hospital due to a harsh fall every 15 seconds? Aging causes bones to shrink and muscles to lose their strength, making it more common for us to lose our balance and injure ourselves aswe age. Harsh falls are the leading cause of injury among older adults. • Malnutrition. Malnutrition in older adults is very common, but often undiagnosed. It typically stems from other health issues, such as dietary restrictions, minimal appetite from limited physical activity, or a cognitive disease causing one to forget to eat. • Incontinence/constipation. These are also both very common health conditions faced by other adults, but they oftentimes go undiagnosed due to embarrassment from the patient. Incontinence and constipation can sometimes stem from an underlying health condition. Article Continues Inside >> 901-850-5246 Constipation Pressure or a sense of “falling out” in your pelvis Tailbone pain Abdominal or low back pain Pain around the vaginal opening or vulva Painful or sensitive scar Call Pittman Physical Therapy TODAY!
The pelvic floor muscles, which are skeletal muscles just like tho e in your a ms and legs, are located at the bottom f your pelvis. These m scles are shaped l k a hammock and are always active in order to function properly. Their job is to support your pelvic rgans (bladder, urethra, uterus, rectum), maintain bladder and bowel continence, aid in sexual health, pump lymphatic fluid, and provide postural support.
As we age, our bodies become more susceptible to certain health risks. Our bodies begin to notice the “wear and tear” that has developed throughout the years, causing us to slow down and putting us at risk for health conditions. Luckily, physical therapy can help soothe some of the health conditions that your body may experience with age. If you are looking for pain relief, Pittman Physical Therapy can help! Call our office today for more information. What should I look out for? Aging can certainly seem daunting, as it brings with it a slew of possible health issues. Senior citizens account for 12%of theworld’s population, so it is important to know what challenges to look out for when you begin to reach age 60 and above. Some common health issues people face as they age include: • Chronic disease. The National Council on Aging states that 92% of senior citizens experience at least one chronic disease,
uscles can become irritated, damaged, overactive, or underactive. As a resu , they may not function Dysfunction of the pelvic floor muscles can result from various sources uch as trauma, childbirth, changes, stress, surgery, and many, many more. Pelvic floor dysfunction can manifest into different ms whic may interfere with everyday activities. Some symptoms may resolve on their own, while others r months to years.
Pain during or after i tercourse Pain or difficulty urinating Urinary leakage during activitie such as coughing, sneezing, or jumping Frequency or urgency with bladder/bowel movements Bowel leakage
eople are told that leaking urine while they r laugh is nor al, especially aft r th. Although these symptoms are n, they are not normal. Pelvic health l therapists are specially trained to treat ypes of symptoms as well as various If you are experiencing any of the g symptoms, you may benefit from ng a pelvic health physical therapist:
oor physical therapy is so much more than just performing kegels. Your physical t will provide you with an individualized, holistic treatment approach that focuses fying the cause of your symptoms in order to provide lasting results. Some of eatment techniques may include manual therapy, bladder retraining, breathing, quiz to see if you would benefit from a pelvic floor Physical Therapist>>> Scan this code to take a quick quiz to see if you may benefit by seeing a Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist. Scan The QR code to take a quick
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