An ounce of prevention…
I’ve have had a few people pop up on my caseload lately that are coming into PREVENT issues related to pregnancy, childbirth, surgery, and sport performance. I get so excited when people reach out to not only fix a problem, but to prevent an issue before it starts!
Here are some ways to prevent the problems before they start!
Tips for Preventing…
Surgical scar adhesions
Prevention: early and gentle scar mobilization, movement, cupping, scar tape, and pelvic PT
Why? Scars that are left to heal without any professional guidance or mobilization can stick to tissues around and under the scar. For example- I have worked with many Cesarean section scars that are more than 5 years old that contribute to current symptoms of bladder urgency and pelvic pain. This is because the bladder sets right behind the scar.
Constipation
Prevention: Nutrition, some supplements, water, the right exercises, abdominal mobility
Why? Well first of all, its uncomfortable… We all know the feeling. But as it pertains to pelvic health, we want to void pushing on the toilet. Pushing puts a lot of unnecessary pressure down on the pelvic floor. It also can be painful to have a bowel movement if the stool is harder or drier. This can cause issues later on!
A long labor
Prevention: Stay active during pregnancy, movement during labor, a good birth team
Why? Labor does not have to take 2 days, yall! Every contraction should bring you closer to your baby being Earth side. Long labors and deliveries correlate to increased chance for pelvic floor dysfunction post partum. Moms-to-be who do pelvic PT during pregnancy typically have a shorter labor and less risk for adverse outcomes!
Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy is - of course - a KEY part in preventing these things, and many others. I have worked with many people prior to a hysterectomy, prostatectomy, and many other types of surgeries. Pelvic PT is a essential part of prevention and I would be honored to be on your prevention team!
