Prostate Surgery

Prostate surgery

Did you know that most men experience some urinary leakage for a period of time after prostate surgery?

Many men will also experience erectile dysfunction after prostate surgery – problems include an inability to gain an erection, decreased strength of erections, or difficulty maintaining an erection.

ARE YOU ABOUT TO UNDERGO PROSTATE SURGERY?

Research shows that pelvic floor muscle training helps in the recovery process, and is best started pre-operatively. At Glen Eira Physiotherapy Carnegie we can help you prepare for surgery, and get you on the right track to the best recovery. Our pelvic floor trained physiotherapist will perform a thorough assessment, help you find your pelvic floor muscles, and develop an appropriate treatment plan with you. After the surgery, your physiotherapist can help you with any problems you are having with bladder control and sexual function.

WHAT DOES MY ASSESSMENT INVOLVE?

  • Current bladder & bowel function
  • Medical, surgical, sexual and exercise history
  • Pelvic floor muscle assessment

WHAT MIGHT MY TREATMENT INVOLVE?

  • Individualised pelvic floor muscle training program
  • Post-operative recovery advice
  • Good bladder & bowel habits
  • Functional muscle use
  • Bladder training
  • 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.
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