The pelvic floor is one of the most essential parts of your body and is a crucial component responsible for a number of essential body functions, including those related to the bowels and your bladder.
However, conditions associated with the pelvic floor, like urinary incontinence, can occur at any age.
So, it’s best to know some basic facts about your pelvic floor health.
FAQ No. 1: What Is The Pelvic Floor?
The pelvic floor is a group of muscles between the pubic bone and the tailbone—basically at the bottom of the torso.
The muscles make up the entire floor that supports several key organs, including the uterus, bowel, and bladder. Besides having a supporting role, they’re heavily involved in maintaining the basic functioning of these organs.
FAQ No. 2: Why Is Pelvic Floor Health Important?
Pelvic floor health is essential to the health of the organs it supports.
Healthy pelvic floors prevent incontinence of both the bowel and the bladder and pelvic organ prolapse. They also play a role in sexual function.
A weakened pelvic floor often causes problems related to the bowel, bladder, and sexual functions.
FAQ No. 3: When Should I Start Worrying About My Pelvic Floor’s Health?
The pelvic floor can become weakened in women due to age or during childbirth or pregnancy. But it can also be weakened by high-impact exercises and lifting weights or due to a medical condition. Ideally, you should look into pelvic floor health no matter what your age is.
FAQ No. 4: How Can Pelvic Floor Health Be Improved?
Your pelvic floor health can be improved in several ways. However, most experts recommend Kegel exercises and pelvic health physical therapy to strengthen the pelvic muscles.
If you’re dealing with urinary incontinence symptoms due to a weak pelvic floor and want to learn more, you can reach out to us at The Pelvic Coach
Dr. Shelia Whiteman is one of the best pelvic health therapists around. She can help you navigate your options for a healthier pelvic floor.
Get in touch with us to learn more.If you are concerned about bladder leaks there is a free online presentation that will help you on the journey to reducing and eliminating your bladder leaks. Please visit www.thepelviccoach.com/free for more information.
