Prolapse

January 7, 2019
Jodi Hendler

Do you get a dragging or bulging feeling in your vagina?
Is it also difficult to empty your bladder or bowel?
Has your doctor ever told you that you have a prolapse?

DO YOU HAVE PROLAPSE PROBLEMS?

At Glen Eira Physiotherapy we can help you! Pelvic floor muscles are often a part of the problem; in most cases they are weak and need strengthening, but they may also be poorly co-ordinated, or overactive and tight. Our pelvic floor trained physiotherapist or pelvic health physiotherapy will perform a thorough assessment, explain your condition, and then develop an appropriate treatment plan with you to help you achieve your health goals.

WHAT DOES MY ASSESSMENT INVOLVE?

History & details about your bladder/bowel/prolapse problems
Medical, surgical, obstetric, sexual and exercise history
Pelvic floor muscle assessment

WHAT MIGHT MY TREATMENT INVOLVE?

Individualised pelvic floor muscle training program
Good bladder & bowel habits
Bladder training & urge suppression
Bowel routine training
Defaecation training (how to empty your bowels)
Fluid/fibre/laxative advice
Lifestyle & exercise advice

If you would like to speak to one of our team members or make an appointment, please call us on (03) 9571 2111 or book online now.

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Jodi Hendler

Jodi Hendler is the principal physiotherapist and director of Glen Eira Physiotherapy as well as One Space Health Medical centre. She graduated from the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg, South Africa with a BSc Honours degree in Physiotherapy and has been in private practice for the past 30 years.Jodi has had extensive experience in the treatment of spinal and sports related injuries, as well as headaches and jaw pain. In addition, Jodi has a special interest in the treatment of Pregnancy related back ache and pelvic pain.Working closely with Professor Andrew Briggs and several endocrinologists, she sees patients who require exercise advice regarding osteoporosis and arthritic conditions. Jodi has participated in a Melbourne university study on osteoporosis and has had experience in designing appropriate exercise programs for such patients. In addition, has completed training in the GLAD Program for hip and knee OA.Jodi has completed full training in clinical Pilates through DMA and Polestar and incorporates Pilates exercise into her treatment and rehabilitation of patients, offering not only hands on physiotherapy but exercise prescription as an important pathway to recovery.