Pediatric conditions We treat
Bedwetting, medically known as nocturnal enuresis, is a common issue that affects many children worldwide. While it can be a source of concern and stress for both children and their parents, there are effective treatments available that can significantly improve this condition. One such treatment is pelvic floor physical therapy.
Fecal incontinence, the involuntary leakage of stool, is a challenging condition that can significantly impact a child's quality of life. While it may be a sensitive topic, it's crucial to address the various treatment options available to restore both physical and emotional well-being.
Constipation
Constipation is a common issue among children, often causing discomfort, pain, and distress. While diet, hydration, and lifestyle changes are typically the first lines of treatment, some children may benefit from a specialized approach known as pelvic floor therapy. This therapy targets the muscles and nerves of the pelvic region to improve bowel function and alleviate constipation.
Ehlers-Danlos syndromes (EDS) are a group of connective tissue disorders that affect various systems in the body, including the pelvic floor. For those living with EDS, weak and overly flexible connective tissues can lead to multiple challenges, from chronic pain to pelvic floor dysfunction. Understanding how EDS impacts the pelvic floor and its relationship with the nervous system is essential for managing these symptoms effectively.
Overactive bladder is a condition where a person suddenly and strongly feels the need to urinate, leading to frequent trips to the bathroom and waking up at night to urinate. It can also cause urine leakage when this urge happens, which is called urgency urinary incontinence. This condition usually occurs without any infection or other clear health problems.
Benefits of Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy for Neurodivergent Individuals
Pelvic floor physical therapy can be highly beneficial for neurodivergent individuals, such as those with ADHD, autism, OCD, and sensory processing challenges, especially when approached with a whole-body, holistic focus. By integrating sensory, motor, and emotional regulation strategies, pelvic floor physical therapists can provide targeted support that goes beyond just addressing the pelvic floor.
In recent years, brain research has taught us a lot about pain. Instead of focusing on where pain comes from, the new approach looks at where pain is felt. Pain is created by the brain as a response to a perceived threat, even if there's no actual damage. Pain is a very personal experience, and tissue damage does not always result in pain, and vice versa. Sometimes, the brain can prioritize other needs over pain, but it might also create pain when it sees normal signals as a threat.
Intrapelvic nerve entrapments can cause sciatica, a difficult condition to diagnose. Lack of awareness and a systematic approach to these nerve areas lead to under diagnosis and mismanagement. Understanding these nerve areas and potential entrapments is crucial to proper treatment.
Stress Urinary Incontinence
The urethral sphincter, in conjunction with the levator ani muscle and the endopelvic fascia, plays a vital role in preventing urinary leakage, particularly under conditions of increased abdominal pressure. (April 2024)
Urinary incontinence is a distressing condition, especially when it affects children. Yet, many families may not realize that there's a non-invasive, highly effective treatment available: pelvic floor physical therapy. This specialized therapy empowers children facing urinary incontinence, offering them a path to confidence, comfort, and control.
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.