There are three main functions to the pelvic floor: support for
the internal pelvic organs, maintenance of continence (control of bladder and bowel function), and sexual functions.
Not exact matches
Contrary to common belief, the core is not a single muscle or
organ, but comprises
pelvic floor muscles, external obliques,
internal obliques, rectus abdominus, multifidus, erector spinae and transverse abdominus (TVA).
Incontinence can be related to
pelvic organ prolapse (POP), where the
internal organs start to slip downward into the vaginal canal.
The root lock tones the
pelvic diaphragm, the musculature that supports the
organs and
internal structures of the
pelvic cavity.
A strong
pelvic floor keeps you from leaking urine, holds your
internal organs in place, supports your spine and pelvis and is needed for sexual function.
From my perspective, a functional
pelvic floor or core is one that can support the weight of your
internal organs, a growing foetus and your torso, and can respond quickly and effectively to loads subjected upon it.
As noted above, there is an increased risk of vaginal vault prolapse post-hysterectomy, so one of the best things you can do is to start preparing your
pelvic floor muscles NOW (before surgery) to optimally support your
internal organs LATER (after surgery).
If you are experiencing pain with intercourse, frequent urination, urinary incontinence (leakage), difficulty voiding,
organ prolapse, my recommendation is to see a
pelvic floor physical therapist who can properly assess your
pelvic floor muscles through an
internal exam, and instruct you on how to use your Jade Egg and when appropriate — to correct for any dysfunction.
Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) is a female health issue that develops when the internal structures supporting the pelvic organs, including the bladder, the uterus and the bowel, become so weak that they fall from their normal positi
Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) is a female health issue that develops when the
internal structures supporting the
pelvic organs, including the bladder, the uterus and the bowel, become so weak that they fall from their normal positi
pelvic organs, including the bladder, the uterus and the bowel, become so weak that they fall from their normal positioning.
POP happens when the
internal structures supporting the
organs in the
pelvic area become so stretched or weak that the
organs end up descending from their placement and bulging into the vagina.