Have you been struggling with constipation? Did you know physical therapy can help you resolve your symptoms? Our physical therapists at Beyond Physical Therapy in Franklin and Spring Hill, TN are skilled at helping you improve the health of your pelvic floor and get you the relief you’ve been looking for!
A recent study found that chronic constipation causes people to miss work, pay several thousand dollars a year in medical costs, and have a lower health-related quality of life. Fortunately, many people with chronic constipation can find relief by incorporating specific lifestyle changes and therapies, including pelvic floor therapy.
Call Beyond Physical Therapy in Franklin or Spring Hill, TN today to request an appointment and get more information about how our physical therapists can help you find relief!
What are the most common causes and solutions for bowel dysfunction?
Bowel dysfunction and constipation are common conditions that can significantly impact a person’s quality of life. Diet and hydration are common causes, but various other conditions slow the movement of the muscles in the gastrointestinal tract that causes constipation, including:
- Lack of physical activity
- Neurological disorders (i.e., Multiple sclerosis or Parkinson’s disease)
- Metabolic conditions (i.e., diabetes and hypothyroidism )
- Hormonal changes
- Medications (i.e., opioids, antidepressants, and antacids)
Changing your diet and getting enough fluids is vital to relieving constipation. Having our Beyond Physical Therapy physical therapists guide you through exercises can also be helpful.
What to expect at your Beyond Physical Therapy physical therapy sessions
Physical therapy can also treat bowel dysfunction and constipation through exercises to improve the strength and coordination of the pelvic floor muscles and abdominal muscles.
Our Beyond Physical Therapy in Franklin and Spring Hill, TN therapist will also teach you strategies like self-massage, targeted stretches to help stimulate movement through the gastrointestinal tract.
It is important to note that while constipation is a common condition, it can be a symptom of other serious conditions such as colon cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, and others, and it’s essential to consult with our Franklin and Spring Hill, TN physical therapists to help rule out any underlying conditions.
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