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PELVIC ORGAN PROLAPSE

What is it?

A symptomtic protrusion near or at the vaginal or rectal opening. It may cause a feeling of heaviness or pressure, which can be aggravated by standing and alleviated by laying down. 


Is it common?

YES - About 50% of mothers will exerience this in their lifetime (Brubaker et al 2002).

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PHYSIO CAN HELP

Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy should be offered as first line of treatment to women with pelvic organ prolapse (Abrams 2013, Hagan 2014).

HOW?

Prolapse can affect your...

- Bladder function

- Bowel function

- Daily function

'Pelvic Floor Muscle Training' is effective in reducing these prolapse symptoms! 

TIP: do not "wait for it to go away". 47% will see no change. 40% will see a progression.

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