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Prolapse or Incontinence
Many women address their prolapse or incontinence concerns many years after childbirth, when the condition becomes worse, citing the birth as the reason.
Whilst the organ(s) may begin to descend after the birth, or the leaking become progressively worse, for many posture and abdominal wall integrity have played their roles long before or during the pregnancy itself.
Coupled with a continuous build up of what is called ‘intra-abdominal’ pressure the organs and sphincters that control continence become vulnerable. They are then ‘encouraged’ by continued poor posture, inverted breathing (restricts the movement of the diaphragm) which inhibits abdominal wall function and these ultimately impact pelvic floor function and/or strength. Other factors include emotional guarding, poor diet, transit (elimination) and lifestyle habits.
