Pelvic Organ Prolapse Treatment in Albuquerque
Feeling pressure, heaviness or a bulge "down there" can be scary, and many women aren't sure what's happening or whether they should stop exercising. Prolapse is common, especially after childbirth and during menopause, and pelvic floor physical therapy is a recommended first step to ease symptoms and help you stay active.
Sound familiar?
Pressure or heaviness in your pelvis, especially at the end of the day or after standing a long time
A feeling like something is "falling out" or a bulge you can see or feel
Trouble fully emptying your bladder, or straining and constipation with bowel movements
Leaking with coughing, sneezing or exercise
Discomfort with sex or using tampons
You've been told you have prolapse and aren't sure what you can still do
Needing to press on your vagina or perineum to finish a bowel movement
How physical therapy helps
Prolapse happens when the support around the bladder, uterus or rectum isn't holding things as well as it used to. Physical therapy can't always reverse a prolapse, but it can make a real difference in how it feels. We strengthen and coordinate your pelvic floor, teach you how to manage pressure when you lift, exercise and go to the bathroom, including bowel habits and positioning that make emptying easier, and help you get back to the activities you love with confidence.
What to expect
Your first visit is a one-on-one evaluation. We'll talk through your symptoms, history and goals, then look at how your breathing, posture, core, hips and pelvic floor work together. With your consent, this may include an internal pelvic exam, which is always optional. You'll leave with a clear plan and a few strategies to start easing pressure right away.
Why Florebit
Every visit is one-on-one with a doctor of physical therapy, never handed off to an aide
30- and 60-minute visits available, with Saturday appointments
New patients can usually be seen within a week
No referral needed in New Mexico
HSA/FSA accepted, and superbills provided on request
Common questions
Do I have to stop running or lifting? Usually not. Many women with prolapse keep exercising. We'll help you adjust how you breathe, brace and move so you can stay active while managing symptoms.
Can PT help if I use a pessary or am planning surgery? Yes. PT works well alongside a pessary, and strengthening your pelvic floor before and after surgery can support your recovery.
Will my prolapse get worse? Not necessarily. Learning to manage pressure and keep your pelvic floor strong can help prevent symptoms from progressing.
Do you treat rectocele and bowel symptoms? Yes. A rectocele, when the rectum bulges into the back wall of the vagina, can make bowel movements difficult or feel incomplete. PT helps with bowel habits, toileting position and pelvic floor coordination to make emptying easier and ease pressure.