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How PT Can Help With Urinary Incontinence
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Physical Therapy Can Help Have you ever had an unexpected bladder leak? Maybe it happens when you exercise, laugh, sneeze, or cough; maybe it seems to happen for no reason at all. If you experience bladder leaks with any regularity, you have urinary incontinence. You’re not alone; approximately 13 million people in the U.S. suffer from this condition. It’s an embarrassing occurrence that can reduce your confidence and limit your social life. The good news is that it can often be treated with the help of a physical therapist. Urinary incontinence is most commonly reported among women due to weakening of the pelvic muscles after childbirth. Weakened muscles can also result from pelvic trauma, aging, or a lack of exercise. While women report urinary incontinence more frequently, men can also experience it and, in fact, may underreport their symptoms. In many instances, working with a physical therapist can reduce or even eliminate your symptoms. There are several types of urinary incontinence, so your physical therapist will need to determine which one you have to design an effective treatment plan. They will start by taking your history and performing a physical examination on your EXPERIENCING BLADDER LEAKS?
pelvis, hips, and back. In some cases, they may also request diagnostic tests from your doctor. Depending on the cause of your urinary incontinence, your physical therapist may teach you relaxation, coordination, or Kegel exercises. Your treatment may also include manual manipulation of internal pelvic muscles by your physical therapist. As this is an intimate process, your PT will confirm your comfort level before beginning this type of treatment, and you may decide to wait for several sessions before starting manual therapy. Many people who have bladder leaks try to hide and manage the problem without seeking professional advice. This is a mistake, because physical therapists are familiar with these conditions and can provide you with judgment-free care. There’s no reason to suffer in silence — schedule an appointment with a physical therapist today to start reclaiming your life.
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