Faecal Incontinence

Types of urinary incontinence

Stress Incontinence

Urge Incontinence

Overflow Incontinence

Functional Incontinence

Passive Incontinence

Mixed Incontinence

Post-Surgical Incontinence

Neurological Incontinence

Signs & symptoms

Leakage during physical exertion or laughter.

Frequent, urgent need to defecate, and leakage right after the urge.

Leakage caused by difficulty reaching the bathroom due to mobility or cognitive issues.

Incontinence due to conditions like multiple sclerosis or spinal cord injuries.

Leakage occurs without a noticeable urge, often due to nerve damage.

Dribbling of stool, frequent bowel movements, and feeling of incomplete evacuation.

Leakage after procedures involving the rectum or anus.

Incontinence from birth due to conditions like anorectal malformations.

Causes

Weak Pelvic Floor Muscles: Often due to childbirth, aging, or obesity.

Weakness or damage to the anal sphincter: often from childbirth or surgery.

Chronic Diarrhoea: Frequent loose stools that overwhelm the sphincter muscles.

Rectal Surgery: Surgery on the rectum or anus affecting muscle function.

Neurological Disorders: Conditions like multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease and spinal cord injuries can disrupt nerve signals to the bowel function.

Chronic Constipation: Straining during bowel movements can weaken pelvic floor muscles.

Inflammatory Conditions: Chronic inflammation from diseases like Crohn’s or ulcerative colitis.

Aging: Natural decline in muscle and nerve function with age.

Lifestyle recommendations

Regular exercises

Dietary Adjustments

Scheduled Bowel Habits

Comfort and Support

Prevention Strategies

Manage Chronic Conditions: Treat conditions like chronic diarrhoea or constipation effectively.

Healthy Lifestyle: Maintain a balanced diet, manage weight, and avoid bladder irritants.

Safe Childbirth Practices: Discuss delivery options to minimise trauma to the pelvic area.

Regular Check-Ups: Schedule regular health evaluations to monitor and manage any related conditions.

Education and Awareness: Learn about triggers and management techniques to proactively address symptoms.

Recommended consultation

Pregnancy/Mummy MOT
Ellie offers specialised Pregnancy/Mummy MOT services that assess pelvic health during pregnancy and postpartum, specifically addressing faecal incontinence.
This includes comprehensive evaluations of pelvic floor function, personalised treatment plans incorporating pelvic floor exercises aimed at strengthening the muscles and improving bowel control, and education on bowel health management strategies.
The goal is to support women in managing faecal incontinence while navigating the physical changes associated with pregnancy and postpartum recovery.
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Pelvic Health Physiotherapy
Ellie offers specialised women's health physiotherapy to address faecal incontinence in women and men.
Her services include comprehensive assessments to identify the causes and effects of faecal incontinence, tailored pelvic floor strengthening exercise programmes designed to improve muscle function and control, and pain management techniques to alleviate discomfort.
Additionally, Ellie provides lifestyle modifications to help women effectively manage their symptoms. The overall goal is to improve pelvic floor function and enhance the quality of life for women and men experiencing faecal incontinence.

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Faecal Incontinence

Types of urinary incontinence

Signs & symptoms

Causes

Lifestyle recommendations

Prevention Strategies

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