Prolapse

The first time you hear this word you may have a negative association with it. When in fact prolapse may not be a “bad” thing. Prolapse in the context of pelvic health relates to when an organ moves a calculated amount from its starting position. It is normal for muscles to descend when a person bears down, but sometimes the increased pressure can trigger more significant movement. Two common types of prolapse are bladder and bowel. Anterior prolapse is used in reference to bladder descending, and posterior prolapse is the rectum descending. Uterine prolapse is when the uterine slips down and protrudes outside the vaginal wall. A common sign you are experiencing prolapse that needs to be addressed is when you notice you have trouble on a daily basis and you constantly notice a feeling of heaviness. For example, you use the restroom and then need to use the restroom again right after you stand up. This is not a normal way organs should work and pelvic rehab can teach you ways to use your muscles to improve it. YES! There are also devices and non-surgical interventions that can help. If you are thinking of surgery to fix your prolapse PLEASE first get evaluated by a specialist.