Treatment can help reduce PFD symptoms and may involve lifestyle changes,physical therapy, medications, or surgery.
They offer physical therapy, medications, talk therapy, and injections.
Pelvic floor physical therapyis the primary treatment for PFD.
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Theyll also teach you deep breathing techniques orexercisesto practice at home.
Kegelsare exercises that strengthen the muscles you use to control urine or bowel movements.
Reverse Kegels, which focus on relaxing these muscles, work better for people with hypertonic PFD.
How to Make Outings More Comfortable
Outings can be challenging with PFD.
Pelvic pain, frequent restroom urges, or anxiety about needing to go quickly can also be issues.
For urinary discomfort, consider AZO (phenazopyridine).
check that it is the pain relief option rather than the cranberry option, which is a preventive.
Keep in mind that AZO may temporarily turn yoururine orange.
Summary
Pelvic floor dysfunction happens when muscles and nerves in the pelvic area do not work correctly.
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