Pelvic Floor Dysfunction

Conemaugh East Hills
1450 Scalp Avenue
Johnstown, PA 15904
(814) 534-6236

Pelvic floor disorders impact one in three women. Pelvic floor dysfunction can lead to a number of problems including:

• Urinary Incontinence / Stress Incontinence - leakage of urine during activity (coughing / sneezing)
• Pelvic organ prolapse
• Pain in the lower back or pelvis
• Bowel control issues
• Sensation that the bladder or bowel is not fully emptied
   

Treatment

Conemaugh Rehabilitation offers physical therapy for pelvic floor disorders. Specially train therapists can assist with non-surgical options including:

• Exercises to stregthen the core pelvic muscles
• Vaginal weight training
• Biofeedback to help patients control muscles
• Electrical stimultation to help relieve pain and strengthen muscles
• Education on lifestyle modifications that may help prevent bladder control issues