The pelvic floor is a group of muscles that support your pelvic organs and help control your bowel movements. When these muscles don’t work as they should, it’s called pelvic floor dysfunction (PFD).
With PFD, the muscles may be too tight, making it hard to have a bowel movement, or too weak, leading to issues like leakage or loss of control. Some common symptoms include:
- Trouble starting or completing a bowel movement
- Constipation or straining
- Leakage of stool or gas
- A feeling that your bowel movements are incomplete
These symptoms can be frustrating, but the good news is that PFD is treatable, and you don’t have to manage it alone.
How MNGI Digestive Health Can Help
MNGI offers specialized care for patients with pelvic floor dysfunction through our Pelvic Floor Center. Our team uses advanced testing and therapies to better understand how your muscles are working and create a personalized treatment plan.
Some of the services we provide include:
- Anorectal manometry – testing muscle strength and coordination
- Biofeedback therapy – retraining your muscles to relax or strengthen as needed
- InterStim neuromodulation – gentle electrical stimulation to help improve bowel control
- Other advanced therapies – including options like Botox or nerve stimulation for certain cases
Our specialists are here to help you improve control, reduce symptoms, and get back to feeling more confident in your everyday life.
If you’re experiencing symptoms of pelvic floor dysfunction, help is available. Schedule an appointment with MNGI Digestive Health today and take the first step toward relief.
