Perineal re-education is one of the numerous
fields
of practice in physical therapy. When faced with a
dysfunction of the uro-genital system, it aims at improving
pelvic floor strength, bladder control, at diminishing
chronic pain, etc.
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The muscles of the pelvic floor have various
functions
such as supporting the abdominal organs, controlling urinary
and anal sphincters and enhancing sexual pleasure. The
majority of these muscles are skeletal; this means that
you have the capability of controlling them voluntarily
and that they can be trained, just like the muscles of
the arms and legs.
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It is also possible to regain control over your bladder
by changing some habits and initiating a specific training
program.
Therapeutic Interventions
The evaluation and treatments take place in a private and fully equipped
room. The appointments last one hour and the interventions may consist
of the following:
A man or a woman can benefit from perineal re-education:…
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If uncontrollable urine and/or loss of feces interferes
with daily activities, social involvements, etc.
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If there is chronic pain in the pelvic area (ex: vulvodynia).
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Before or after surgery performed in the pelvic area
(ex: prostatectomy).
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After childbearing
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If frequent visits to the bathroom (ex:
10 times a day) interferes with quality of life.
Coordinates
Perineal re-education is an intervention in physical therapy; the
costs are therefore covered by most insurance plans. This service
is offered by Vanessa Faro-Dussault at the following clinic:
