Pediatric Conditions We Treat

Pediatric Pelvic Floor Therapy in Aiken, SC | Compassionate Care at Pelvic Prime

And Other Physical Therapy Topics Related to Children

Child experiencing bedwetting, with a wet mattress and bed sheet, symbolizing challenges in child development. Highlights the importance of understanding and addressing nocturnal enuresis with supportive care and guidance.

Managing Bedwetting with Pelvic Floor Therapy

Bedwetting, or nocturnal enuresis, is a common childhood issue. Pelvic floor physical therapy offers effective strategies to improve bladder control and support long-term success.

Diagram of intestines showing hard, dry feces associated with constipation. Highlights the role of pelvic floor therapy in improving bowel function and relieving constipation through targeted interventions

Addressing Constipation with Pelvic Floor Therapy

Constipation can result from tight pelvic floor muscles that prevent proper relaxation during bowel movements. Pelvic floor physical therapy helps retrain these muscles to support better bowel function and relief. 

Toilet paper illustrating tips for bowel leakage control through physical therapy. Educational resource for improving pelvic floor strength and managing incontinence effectively.

Understanding Fecal Incontinence

Fecal incontinence, or bowel leakage, is the involuntary loss of stool control, affecting daily life and confidence. Pelvic floor physical therapy offers effective treatment options to improve bowel control, strengthen muscles, and enhance quality of life.

Happy, active children engaging in sports activities, adapted for those with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS). Highlights the importance of safe, fun exercises to promote strength, coordination, and confidence.

Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) and Pelvic Floor Care

Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) can weaken connective tissues, contributing to pelvic floor dysfunction and chronic pain. Pelvic floor physical therapy offers tailored strategies to improve stability, reduce symptoms, and enhance quality of life.

Illustration of overactive bladder and urge incontinence symptoms, highlighting urinary tract dysfunction. Educational resource for understanding causes, symptoms, and treatment options for bladder health.

Understanding Overactive Bladder

Overactive bladder causes sudden urges to urinate, frequent bathroom trips, and sometimes leakage. It often occurs without infection and can be managed effectively with targeted therapies.

Mother holding her young boy during an ADHD therapy session, symbolizing support, care, and engagement in managing attention and behavioral challenges. Highlights the importance of family involvement in therapy.

Pelvic Floor Therapy for Neurodivergent Individuals

Pelvic floor physical therapy offers tailored, holistic care for neurodivergent individuals by combining sensory, motor, and emotional regulation strategies to support overall well-being.

Young boy accidentally peeing in his pants while playing with toys, illustrating common childhood potty training challenges. Highlights the need for patience and guidance in developing bladder control.

Urinary Incontinence and Pelvic Floor Therapy

Urinary incontinence impacts children’s confidence and well-being. Pelvic floor physical therapy provides non-invasive solutions to improve bladder control and restore comfort.

Diagram illustrating a urinary tract infection (UTI) in children, highlighting the bladder and associated pain. Educational resource for understanding symptoms, causes, and treatment options for pediatric urinary health

Urinary Tract Infections

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a common issue in children, often causing significant discomfort and health concerns. While antibiotics are the standard treatment, pelvic floor physical therapy has emerged as a beneficial adjunctive therapy to help prevent and manage recurrent UTIs.