Prolapse
Cystocele (Bladder Prolapse)
Feeling a bulge or pressure at the front of the vagina? A bladder prolapse is common and often responds well to conservative treatment.
- No referral required
- Evidence-based care
- Pessary fitting available
- Albany, WA
About this condition
What is a cystocele?
A cystocele occurs when the bladder descends into the front wall of the vagina due to reduced support from the pelvic floor and connective tissues. It's common after pregnancy and birth, and can also develop after menopause or with repeated increases in abdominal pressure.
Signs & symptoms
You might notice…
- A vaginal bulge or heaviness
- Difficulty emptying the bladder
- Frequent urination
- Urinary urgency
- Stress urinary incontinence
- A feeling of incomplete emptying
- Pressure that worsens after standing
How we help
How physiotherapy helps
- Pelvic floor muscle training
- Pessary fitting
- Bladder retraining
- Pressure management
- Constipation management
- Exercise modification & return to lifting
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