The pelvic floor is a set of muscles, ligaments and connective tissues located in the lower part of the pelvis; their function is to support the organs in that area (bladder, uterus, rectum and vagina). But did you know that there are situations like pregnancy, childbirth, constipation, ageing or obesity that can weaken them?<\/p>\n
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The consequences can include urinary incontinence, prolapse (descent of the pelvic organs), faecal incontinence or sexual dysfunctions. These problems, which are often taboo in society, affect many women’s everyday lives.<\/p>\n
The first treatment that should be applied in mild or moderate cases is rehabilitation. This helps to strengthen and tone these muscles, improving their function and preventing more significant problems in the future.<\/p>\n
There are different techniques<\/strong>, so it’s important to take each person’s specific needs into account:<\/p>\n This is the most common and can be done at home. The exercises consist of repeatedly and gradually contracting and relaxing the pelvic floor muscles, which strengthens the area and improves its function. Along with this, there are devices such as vaginal cones or Chinese balls that can help to progressively strengthen the area, as they also involve making these muscles contract.<\/p>\n The procedure is carried out by a professional in a medical centre. This technique forces the muscles to contract by applying a non-painful electrical current similar to those emitted by nerves.<\/p>\n\n
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