Living with neurogenic bladder or bowel dysfunction can be challenging, but pelvic floor therapy offers effective treatment options. Learn how our specialized care can help you regain control.
Neurogenic bladder and bowel refer to problems with bladder or bowel control due to nerve damage. This can result from conditions like spinal cord injury, multiple sclerosis (MS), stroke, Parkinson’s disease, or diabetes. Damage to the nerves that control these functions can cause symptoms such as incontinence, frequent urination, constipation, or inability to fully empty the bladder or bowel.
At Magic City Physical Therapy, we specialize in treating neurogenic bladder and bowel dysfunction using pelvic floor physical therapy. Our approach focuses on strengthening and coordinating the muscles of the pelvic floor, which play a crucial role in bladder and bowel control.
When the nerves controlling the bladder are impaired, it can result in a variety of symptoms including:
Our pelvic floor therapists are trained to assess and treat bladder dysfunction by:
Neurogenic bowel occurs when nerve damage interferes with normal bowel function, leading to:
Pelvic floor therapy can significantly improve bowel function by:
At Magic City Physical Therapy, our pelvic floor therapists work closely with you to develop a customized treatment plan that addresses your specific needs. Therapy may include:
Our therapists are specially trained in pelvic health and neurogenic conditions, with years of experience helping individuals regain their independence. We understand how neurogenic bladder and bowel dysfunction can affect your quality of life, and we are committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based care.
